Qatar Says Temporary Toll at Strait of Hormuz Is Negotiable
Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said short-term charges for mine-clearing could be negotiated, but permanent fees would raise consumer costs.
- On Saturday, Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Saoud rejected permanent tolls for the Strait of Hormuz at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, stating "charging fees will always impact the consumer, so we are against this."
- These comments addressed discussions between Iran and Oman regarding a permanent toll system intended to formalize control of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Sheikh Saoud indicated that short-term charges for mine clearing or similar purposes remain negotiable, distinguishing temporary fees from permanent ones.
- Europe and the United Arab Emirates have also rejected implementing any tolls for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, broadening international opposition.
- Qatar aims to establish a clear comprehensive strategy with Iran while seeking consensus within the Gulf Cooperation Council on managing political and trading relationships.
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Qatar's defense minister, Saud bin Abdulrraman al Thani, has been receptive this Saturday to the possibility that the maritime toll Iran has established in the Strait of Ormuz in retaliation to the attacks of the United States and Israel will have a provisional character as long as the collection is destined to derail this strategic step, now dotted with explosives.
Qatar has opposed Iran's proposal to impose a permanent transit fee on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Qatar is open to negotiating temporary tolls to restore normal traffic on this vital sea route and use the fees for security.
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The Economic TimesQatar opposes permanent Strait of Hormuz transit fees, open to temporary tolls
Qatar has stated its opposition to permanent transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz. A top official indicated that temporary tolls for purposes like mine clearing are negotiable. This stance comes amid discussions between Iran and Oman regarding a permanent toll system. Qatar aims to balance relations with both Iran and its allies, seeking a unified Gulf strategy.
NEW YORK: A prominent official stated that Qatar was opposed to permanent legal fees for transit through the Strait of Hormuz, but temporary fees were negotiable and could help restore normal passage, through the main waterway.
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