The Islamic Republic of Iran has announced a new policy regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran’s Supreme Council has announced a new policy of governing the maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
The officials of the Supreme Council of Iran said that the commercial and other vessels will be required to transit through designated routes and at specified times due to the prevailing security situation.
According to Iranian authorities, the measures are intended to enhance the safety of maritime transport in the strategic waterway and help restore normal shipping operations following recent regional tensions.
In a statement, the council said special arrangements had been put in place to monitor vessel movements and that all shipping companies would be required to comply with the new regulations.
The officials added that Iran had decided not to impose any transit fees or additional charges on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz for the next 60 days.
Iranian authorities said the government would cover all security and operational costs during this period in an effort to prevent disruptions to global trade and energy supplies.
The council further stated that the clearance of naval mines and other potential maritime hazards in the Strait of Hormuz would be carried out under what it described as the Islamabad Agreement.
Officials said relevant agencies and international partners would work together to ensure the safety of shipping lanes.
Iranian authorities described the announcement as an important step towards reducing regional tensions and supporting the recovery of maritime trade.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most strategically significant shipping routes, serving as a key corridor for global oil and gas exports. As a result, any policy changes affecting navigation through the waterway are closely watched by international energy markets.
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