Iran has announced its intention to implement service fees for vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, framing the charges as compensation for ensuring maritime security rather than traditional transit tolls.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi informed the Mehr news agency on Thursday that Tehran is not pursuing the collection of transit tariffs, tolls, or permit fees.
Instead, Gharibabadi stated that Iran seeks reimbursement for specific services provided in collaboration with Oman. These include navigational aid, search and rescue missions, security and safety operations, and environmental remediation efforts following pollution incidents.
The Deputy Foreign Minister emphasized that the strategic waterway is located entirely within the territorial waters of Iran and Oman, asserting that both nations maintain sovereignty over the strait in accordance with international law and the law of the sea.
He noted that while the proposed arrangements are being drafted to comply with international law, he acknowledged that the measures may not be entirely satisfactory to all nations.
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