Europe considering proposals to allow navigational fees in strait of Hormuz
Summary
Europe is reviewing plans that would allow voluntary navigational fees in the Strait of Hormuz, with approval from the United Nations agency in charge of sea transport. Oman has proposed a plan based on existing systems in other important waterways, while the United States is urging Iran to confirm the strait remains open and safe for shipping.Key Facts
- Europe is considering proposals to charge navigational fees in the Strait of Hormuz if the fees are not mandatory and have UN approval.
- Britain’s deputy prime minister opposes compulsory tolls, but some officials accept fees for specific maritime services in busy waterways.
- The United States wants Iran to publicly confirm that the Strait of Hormuz will stay open and ships will not be attacked.
- Oman, which controls much of the navigable water in the strait, proposed a non-compulsory fee plan and is willing to explain it to Iran.
- Iran’s foreign minister is scheduled to visit Oman to discuss shipping safety and the strait.
- Qatar opposes giving Iran control over the strait in a way that contradicts international maritime law.
- There are divisions in Iran’s leadership about following international maritime laws regarding the strait.
- Oman supports voluntary navigational support services fees to improve safety and protect the environment but opposes mandatory transit fees.
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