Pahlavi often spoke of his vision for the long-term development of Iran and other OPEC members. He emphasized the need for diversification of economies and the importance of using oil revenues to fund infrastructure, education, and industrial projects. He also envisioned a future where oil wealth could be used to improve the standard of living for citizens, create jobs, and support scientific and technological advancement. His ambition was to ensure that oil-producing nations could transition from being solely dependent on oil exports to becoming more economically diversified and self-sufficient.