Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on the coordinates of a route through the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's foreign ministry said. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
The agreement aims to enhance navigation safety in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, through which about one-third of the world's oil shipments pass.
The understanding between Iran and Oman was reached to regulate maritime routes in the region and prevent potential conflicts. Specific coordinates and technical details of the route have not been disclosed yet.
This agreement marks a new phase of maritime cooperation between the two countries. Experts believe this step will improve the efficiency of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and contribute to regional stability.
According to Reuters, the information is based on an official statement from Iran's foreign ministry. Additional details about the full text of the agreement and its implementation timeline are not yet available.