Takaichi Opposes Hormuz Fees in Phone Talks with Iran President
Tokyo, Aug. 12 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday that it is important to ensure free and safe navigation without additional costs, such as transit fees, in the Strait of Hormuz. In their 20-minute phone meeting, Takaichi urged the Iranian leader to engage in careful discussions with the international community, includi...
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi spoke with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday, emphasizing the importance of unrestricted and fee-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The two leaders engaged in a 20-minute conversation during which Takaichi urged Pezeshkian to engage in constructive dialogue with the global community, particularly those nations relying on this vital crude oil transport route.
This exchange marked the fourth phone call between the two leaders since the United States and Israel executed strikes against Iran in late February. Takaichi highlighted growing concerns over attacks by the Houthi pro-Iranian militia group in Yemen, which has targeted cargo vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait near the Red Sea, another crucial maritime chokepoint.
The Japanese leader expressed deep apprehension regarding the current situation in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in terms of energy security, urging Tehran to encourage restraint from the Houthis.
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