Oman has said it does not support imposing transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz but is open to discussions on charges for maritime services.
Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi said Muscat opposes transit fees on ships using the strategic waterway, while noting that fees for maritime, environmental and navigational services could be discussed voluntarily with beneficiary countries and shipping companies.
Speaking to French broadcaster Monte Carlo Doualiya, Albusaidi said such services could include improving navigational safety, protecting marine waters from pollution, and strengthening preparedness for accidents and emergencies.
He added that any future framework could draw on existing models used in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore.
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