BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 10. At present, during
the negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of
Hormuz, there is no discussion of imposing fees for passage through
the strait.
This was announced by the press service of the Iranian MFA,
citing spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei's remarks at a press conference
in Tehran on August 10.
“At present, the focus is on establishing mechanisms that, in
addition to ensuring the safe passage of ships through the Strait
of Hormuz, will be aimed at protecting the environment and
providing maritime services. Of course, if maritime services are
provided, appropriate fees will certainly be charged for them,” he
noted.
Baghaei stated that during the negotiations between Iran and
Oman on the Strait of Hormuz, the details have not yet been
discussed. The two countries have reached an agreement on a chart
for the shipping route. However, there are some technical issues
regarding the joint statement by the two countries, which are
currently being negotiated. Overall, the discussions are proceeding
constructively.
Meanwhile, citing military attacks by the U.S. and Israel
against the country, Iran has imposed restrictions on the passage
of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. In response, the U.S. has
also imposed a naval blockade against Iran in the Oman Sea. The
ongoing tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz have complicated
energy exports by the Gulf states, which account for 15% of the
world’s energy supply.
