Qatar says temporary toll at Strait of Hormuz is negotiable, could help restore passage
Qatar's Deputy Prime Minister stated that while the country opposes permanent tolls for transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a temporary toll could be negotiable. This comes in response to discussions about a permanent toll system between Iran and Oman. Qatar aims to balance its relationships in the region while seeking a unified strategy regarding Iran.
- ▪Qatar opposes permanent legal fees for transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪A temporary toll for purposes like mine clearing is negotiable according to Qatar's Deputy Prime Minister.
- ▪Iran has closed the waterway in response to US-Israeli airstrikes, leading to an energy crisis.
- ▪Qatar seeks a comprehensive strategy within the Gulf Cooperation Council to address relations with Iran.
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Qatar says temporary toll at Strait of Hormuz is negotiable, could help restore passageSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxQatari Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said short-term charges used for mine clearing or similar purposes can be considered.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 30, 2026, 04:35 PMUpdated May 30, 2026, 04:35 PMSINGAPORE – Qatar opposes permanent legal fees for transit through the Strait of Hormuz, but a temporary toll is negotiable and could help restore normal passage through the key waterway, a top official said.A permanent fee would impact consumers and Qatar objects to any move to impose them, Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said at an Asian defense conference in Singapore on May 30.
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