DUBAI: Oman confirmed on Thursday that no transit fees would be imposed on ships using the Strait of Hormuz as part of any future managing of the waterway. Foreign Minister Badr Al-Busaidi’s comments came after his country and Iran said this week that they were discussing “costs” for maritime services in the Strait. “Future arrangements regarding the Strait do not entail the imposition of any transit fees,” Al-Busaidi told a meeting of Gulf foreign ministers in Bahrain.

Oman's foreign minister Badr Albusaidi has said Muscat remains committed to ensuring toll-free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz following discussions with senior…

Iran and Oman are discussing maritime service fees for the Strait of Hormuz, asserting sovereign rights while committing to toll-free passage. Learn more.