Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the country is developing a new model for managing maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with Oman.
According to Gharibabadi, a significant portion of the proposed shipping route will pass through Iran’s territorial waters. He added that other sections of the route will run through Oman’s territorial waters.
Moreover, the deputy foreign minister said the arrangement follows an understanding reached between Tehran and Muscat to improve navigation through the strategic waterway.
He stated that the existing temporary shipping routes will be closed once the new arrangement becomes operational. These include the northern route near Iran’s Larak Island and the southern route located in Omani waters.
Furthermore, Gharibabadi said the new shipping corridor is expected to remain in use for two to four months. However, he added that the arrangement could continue for a longer period if required.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important energy transit routes, carrying a significant share of global oil shipments.
Iran’s announcement comes amid continued regional tensions and heightened concerns over maritime security in the Gulf. However, authorities have not disclosed an exact date for implementing the new navigation system or provided additional operational details.
