Portuguese–Safavid relations

Portuguese–Safavid relations

Portugal
Iran
Diplomatic mission
Expanding influence in the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf, including HormuzPotential alliance with Portugal against its neighbors, particularly the Ottoman Empire, as well as control over Hormuz

Portuguese–Safavid relations extended beyond Iran's borders as both nations engaged in official and unofficial interactions across the Middle East, the Persian Gulf, the Indian Ocean, and India. Safavid Iran was regarded by the Portuguese Empire as a potential ally to deter rival powers from using the Persian Gulf against its interests in the Indian Ocean. At the same time, the Portuguese-ruled parts of India viewed the efforts of the Safavid dynasty to spread Shia Islam as a threat and acted to prevent a possible Shia alliance against their territories.

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