Foreign Ministry State Minister at navigation event
The Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khalifi, participated in an event regarding waterways used for international navigation under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. He emphasized that international straits are extremely important to the global economy and maritime navigation stability, noting that disruptions to navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, as recently occurred, threaten the interests of concerned countries and impact global security. Al Khalifi suggested that it is important for the legal framework of the Convention to remain the primary reference, and highlighted the necessity of cooperation among relevant nations and the active role of the International Maritime Organization. Additionally, he proposed establishing a clear roadmap with specific timelines to restore navigation swiftly in the event of closures or obstacles, aiming to reduce escalation and prevent international crises.
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