Strait of Hormuz: Iran and Oman Establish Joint Committee to Shape Strategic Waterway’s Future

TEHRAN/MUSCAT — In a significant diplomatic development, Iran and Oman have announced the formation of a joint committee to make key decisions regarding the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically vital waterways.
A joint communiqué issued by both nations states that all decisions concerning the Strait of Hormuz will be made in accordance with the sovereignty and maritime boundaries of Iran and Oman, signaling a firm stance against external interference in the management of the critical chokepoint.
The announcement carries major geopolitical significance as the Strait of Hormuz serves as the gateway for nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply, making it a focal point of global energy security.
Analysts view the establishment of this joint committee as a coordinated move by Tehran and Muscat to assert regional ownership over the strait’s future, particularly amid rising tensions in the Gulf region. Oman, long regarded as a neutral diplomatic broker in the Middle East, brings considerable credibility to the partnership.
The development is expected to draw close attention from global powers, including the United States, which maintains a significant naval presence in the region.