TEHRAN (Kashmir English): Iran and Oman agree on a temporary maritime corridor in the Strait of Hormuz, according to media reports.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Omani Foreign Minister Sayyed Badr bin Hamad bin Hamoud al-Busaid discussed a joint plan to establish a temporary maritime corridor and clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz during a meeting in Tehran.
The two foreign ministers stressed that any arrangement must ensure respect for the sovereignty of both countries.
The meeting also discussed a proposed framework that includes an agreement to establish a temporary joint maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and to implement a joint plan to clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says that regional solutions were emphasized in the meeting with Pakistani and Omani guests. Future management issues of the Strait of Hormuz were also discussed.
The Iranian Foreign Minister said in his statement that Iran’s commitment to peace and stability is also reflected in consistent, steadfast diplomacy with neighboring countries.
He said that the proposed framework for the new corridor project, joint mine clearance, and proposals for the future management of the Strait of Hormuz are clear examples of this.
