Iran, Oman to charge fees for Hormuz transit: Iranian foreign ministry
Baghaei says "fees" would be charged for vessels using the strategic waterway.
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has indicated that Iran and Oman may impose "fees" on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, reports Al Jazeera.
"The Strait of Hormuz is very important for us, and we have adopted certain procedures according to international law in order to protect Iran's national security and the Islamic Republic of Iran," Baghaei told a press conference.
"Our goal is to pave the way for a secure passage in this waterway. We need a certain period of time to discuss with the other sides this important matter," he said.
Keep updated, follow The Business Standard's Google news channel
Baghaei said that "fees" would be charged for vessels using the strategic waterway.
"It's full services that will be offered in order to keep and maintain the environment," he said.
"So many other services will be offered by Iran and Oman, and this will cost money. Accordingly, the fees will be there, and this is clear," he added.
