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Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock?

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock?

Fortune Gulf Brief presents an exploration of the potential UN-backed plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which may break the current deadlock. The newsletter, written by Melissa Hancock, brings attention to the latest developments in the region. The UN has created a mechanism to facilitate the reopening of the strategic waterway, a proposal that could address the concerns of both the U.S. and Iran.

John Denton, secretary general of the International Chamber of Commerce, explained the key aspects of this mechanism during an interview with Hancock. The plan focuses on deconfliction of the area and neutral governance, which are crucial for the economic ecosystem relying on Hormuz. Despite the complexity of the ongoing conflict, the UN-backed plan offers a potential path forward.

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