Gulf foreign ministers discuss regional security, Strait of Hormuz navigation

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) foreign ministers held a meeting on Tuesday to discuss ways to intensify coordination and consultation on regional developments and issues related to freedom and safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Anadolu reports. A statement by the Qatari Foreign Ministry said the ministers exchanged views via video conference on current regional developments and ongoing negotiations to reach practical understandings to reduce tensions and strengthen regional security and stability. The meeting also addressed ways to step up coordination among GCC states on matters related to freedom and safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring passage and transit rights and the smooth flow of ships, trade and supplies under international law, the ministry added. The […]