Omani Foreign Minister Badr stated on the 29th that Oman does not support charging passage fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, but did not rule out the possibility of exploring mechanisms related to maritime services.
He said that issues such as strengthening navigation safety, improving maritime accident emergency response capabilities, and preventing marine pollution can be explored, and that relevant practices from other straits can be referenced in this regard.
He pointed out that such arrangements would be formulated in consultation with countries and shipping companies using the Strait of Hormuz, with the goal of improving maritime services and ensuring navigational safety, rather than imposing new burdens on global trade.
Oman and Iran Hold First Meeting on the 'Future Management' of the Strait
The Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement on the 29th, pointing out that delegations from Oman and Iran held their first meeting in Muscat, the capital of Oman, to exchange views on the 'future management of the Strait of Hormuz and related issues.'
The statement said that on the basis of safeguarding the common interests and sovereignty of both countries, the two sides discussed ways to strengthen coordination on matters related to the Strait of Hormuz and reiterated their commitment to comply with international law. The two sides also discussed cooperative frameworks in the fields of navigation and maritime services.