Australia in talks over latest US proposal to open Strait of Hormuz
Australia is in discussions with the United States regarding a proposed international coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in a post-conflict scenario, according to Foreign Minister Penny Wong. The US initiative, called the Maritime Freedom Construct, aims to ensure long-term energy security and freedom of navigation in the strategic waterway. Australia has not yet made any decisions on participation and is considering various forms of potential involvement.
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Australia in talks over latest US proposal to open Strait of HormuzBy political reporter Isabella Tolhurst and foreign affairs reporter Stephen DziedzicTopic:World Politics5m ago5 minutes agoThu 30 Apr 2026 at 1:23pmThe US is reportedly proposing an international coalition help open the Strait of Hormuz after the conflict ends. (Reuters)In short:The Trump administration is reportedly seeking the participation of other countries to form an international coalition to open the Strait of Hormuz in a "post-conflict" scenario.Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirmed on Thursday that Australia had been briefed by the US about its latest proposal and was "engaging on options".What's next?The discussions could mark significant step in Australia's involvement in the Middle East, after criticism from…
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