Oman against mandatory transit fees in Strait of Hormuz, backs voluntary arrangements

LONDON, July 9– Oman does not support imposing transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, but is open to exploring voluntary arrangements related to navigational support services, an Omani representative said here on Thursday.

Speaking during the 137th session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, the representative reaffirmed Oman’s commitment to the principle of transit passage under international law.