Oman, Iran Discuss Hormuz Navigation as Muscat Rules Out Transit Fees
- Iran and Oman are discussing future management and maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz following regional consultations and a joint statement issued in Muscat.
- Oman will not impose transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing free and secure passage in accordance with international law.
- Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has increased significantly since June, reaching about half its peacetime level with numerous daily crossings.
- U.S. officials and Oman oppose any tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, affirming it must remain toll-free under any final agreement with Iran.
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GCC rejects any shipping fees for Strait of Hormuz transit
Abu Dhabi, June 26 (SANA) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Al Budaiwi said on Friday that the Gulf states oppose imposing fees on commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, adding that Oman shares the same position. Speaking to Sky News Arabia, Al Budaiwi said GCC member states had received no information supporting reports that Iran would receive $300 billion in reconstruction funding under a recent memorandum of un…
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Tehran: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi held discussions regarding maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Tasnim news agency, the leaders discussed the 60-Day Strait of Hormuz traffic plan.Earlier, Iranian F
Iran and the US reached an understanding on 14 points, including ending hostilities in several fronts, including Lebanon, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting US naval sanctions on Iran. (EPA Images) ISTANBUL: Oman on Thursday voiced support for the memorandum of understanding signed between the United States (US) and Iran, stressing the importance of its success in restoring peace and ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz,…
Oman No Tolls in Hormuz; Discord with Iran Just One Day After Joint Review of Tolls. Just One Day After Iran Announced Review of Toll Imposition with Oman; Oman Foreign Minister Says Free Navigation and Safe Operation Must Be Restored. Oman, a coastal state of the Strait of Hormuz, has stated that it will not impose any tolls on ships passing through the strait in the future.
Oman told Mark Rubio earlier today that future arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz will not include the charging of transit fees.
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