More LNG, Japan-linked vessels transit Hormuz despite renewed Mideast tensions

US builds naval presence in Asia-Pacific region to deter China — State Department

According to Assistant Secretary of the United States for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Michael DeSombre, two US Coast Guard patrol ships were sent to the Subic Bay military base in the Philippines

Two more South Korean ships clear Strait of Hormuz after months-long delay

Seoul, June 28 (SANA) Two more South Korean-linked vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz after being stranded there for several months due to the conflict in the Middle East, South Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries said on Sunday. According to Yonhap News Agency, the ministry said the vessels, operated by South Korean shipping []

[Between Islands] The Queen of Swag and a new rhythm for Philippines-Japan relations

Japan and the Philippines are now connected in ways that go far beyond formal diplomacy

Hormuz closure strands almost 1,200 cargo ships with $125bn worth of goods

‘Unprecedented’ blockade of the strait raises concerns about the future of global maritime trade, says insurer Allianz

Indian sailors fear returning to Gulf after Middle East war

Indian sailors shaken by war have finally cleared the Strait of Hormuz after being stranded there for months, but some fear they have little choice but to return to make a living.The country is one of the largest contributors of sailors to merchant shipping, sending out hundreds of thousands of seafarers to work worldwide.Thousands of Indian sailors have left the Gulf since the war began, including more than 3,600 aided by the South Asian nation's shipping ministry.

Envoy hails growing Japan-Philippines economic and security ties

Bilateral ties are now at the highest point ever, following Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s state visit to Japan in late May, the Philippines' ambassador said.

Tracking Indian ships through Hormuz amid renewed uncertainty

Tracking Indian ships through Hormuz amid renewed uncertainty

The Strait of Hormuz’s future is unsettled even as more ships venture through

NEW YORK (AP) — Ship traffic has picked up in the Strait of Hormuz since Iran and the U.S. signed an interim deal to end a war that constricted global oil supplies and fueled inflation, but questions surrounding control of the vital waterway and whether vessels will be charged tolls to cross it could interfere [] The post The Strait of Hormuz’s future is unsettled even as more ships venture through appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Strait of Hormuz's future unsettled even as more ships venture through

Strait of Hormuz's future unsettled even as more ships venture through

Shipowners Wrestle With Hormuz Risks as US-Iran Deal Crumbles

Shipowners painted a mixed picture of their willingness to continue transiting the Strait of Hormuz in the hours after President Donald Trump said the US ceasefire with Iran is “over.”

In Dewan Rakyat today: Parliament kicks off with Hormuz crisis queries, Haj reforms and AI safeguard

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 — The economic impact of trade disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and measures to improve t...

INTERVIEW - Ankara summit marked ‘first practical steps’ toward deeper South Korea-NATO partnership: President Lee

'Security is no longer confined by geography. The Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific are increasingly connected by common security challenges,' says South Korean president

Japan-linked vessels exit Strait of Hormuz after months stranded in Gulf - reports

Japan-linked vessels exit Strait of Hormuz after months stranded in Gulf - reports

India and Indonesia working to lessen dollar reliance – envoy

Yudho Sasongko has cited economic integration, supply chains, and maritime ties as pillars of the bilateral relationship with India Read Full Article at RT.com

11 India-bound ships transit Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran MoU; 10 vessels remain in Gulf: MEA

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): India on Tuesday stated that 11 India-bound ships have transited the Strait of Hormuz following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Iran and the United States to halt hostilities, while 10 India-flagged vessels are still in the Persian Gulf region.The operational assessment was provided by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) during a regular press briefing.

LIVE: Strait of Hormuz traffic tracker

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Ship ran aground in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state TV reports

The announcement comes as tensions have grown over the strait, which was supposed to be open to vessels to travel freely

IMO and Oman orchestrate phased reopening of Hormuz

Vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz are picking up as international efforts intensify to move stranded ships out of the Gulf in a controlled manner. Allied Shipbroking said the waterway has “begun to breathe again, but only just” following the memorandum of understanding signed between the US and Iran, with completed transits rising to

Ships attacked in the Strait of Hormuz: What that means for ongoing talks

While marine traffic in Hormuz has steadily risen, vague provisions on the strait remain contentious in peace talks.

The Strait of Hormuz and the Straits of Tammuz

A straight-ahead look on navigating an exit from exile.

Western coastline becomes key corridor for illegal arms flow into India: Report

By Rajnish SinghNew Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): India's western coastline along Gujarat and Maharashtra has emerged as a growing concern for security agencies as a key maritime route for the smuggling of illegal arms from Pakistan into the country, an official assessment report submitted to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) states.The report, collated based on inputs from security agencies, mentions tha

News24 | Fearful Indian sailors ‘never going back’ to Strait of Hormuz

Indian sailors shaken by war have finally cleared the Strait of Hormuz after being stranded there for months, but some fear they have little choice but to return to make a living.

US Reports Continued Shipping in Strait of Hormuz Despite Iranian Closure Claims

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that 55 commercial vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz on June 20, contradicting statements from Iran’s military command claiming the waterway had been closed. CENTCOM stated that US forces are continuing operations to ensure freedom of navigation in the region. US President Donald Trump stated that the US may impose tolls on vessels transiting the strait if a final diplomatic agreement with Iran is not reached.

China’s Maritime Operation Near Taiwan Signals Broader Push for Regional Dominance, Officials Say

According to Taiwan’s national security officials, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) used ongoing negotiations between Japan and the Philippines over their Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) as a pretext to launch a “special maritime traffic enforcement operation” in waters east of Taiwan from June 6 to 10, drawing a strong protest from Taiwan, Taiwan’s Central News []

Allianz: $125 billion in vessel and cargo value awaits passage from the Persian Gulf

Safety and Shipping Review 2026: Vessel and cargo value in region shows importance of maritime chokepoints. Managing geopolitical disruptions is now a top priority for shipowners and cargo operators. Geopolitical tensions challenge shipping's ongoing long-term safety improvements. Incidents ...

Could shipping waterways in Southeast Asia be a blueprint for Strait of Hormuz fees?

Oman has outlined a plan for shipping companies to pay service fees to transit the Strait of Hormuz, pointing to the straits of Malacca and Singapore as a possible blueprint. Context: The Malacca and Singapore straits are vital shipping lanes in Southeast Asia running between Malaysia, Singapore and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Users of The post Could shipping waterways in Southeast Asia be a blueprint for Strait of Hormuz fees? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

UN: 115 ships have passed through Strait of Hormuz

UN: 115 ships have passed through Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz's future is unsettled even as more ships venture through

Ship traffic has picked up in the Strait of Hormuz since Iran and the U.S. signed an interim deal to end a war that's constricted global oil supplies.

World : Singapore-Registered Ship Sustains Minor Damage In Strait Of Hormuz - MPA

SINGAPORE, June 26 (Bernama) -- A Singapore-registered container ship sustained minor damage to the bridge area from an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) confirmed.

Ships cross Strait of Hormuz undetected as US-Iran tensions rise

A number of cargo vessels have been transiting the Strait of Hormuz with their transponders switched off following the latest escalation between the United States and Iran.

SCHE: Emerging Markets ETF Without South Korea

SCHE: Emerging Markets ETF Without South Korea

Kos baik pulih jambatan merah RM6j, siap 2027

KUANTAN: Jambatan ­Merah sepanjang 450 meter yang menghubungkan Teluk Cempedak dengan Teluk Tongkang di sini akan dibaik pulih membabitkan kos RM6 juta selepas mengalami kerosakan struktur sejak 2023. Pegawai Perhubungan Awam Majlis Bandaraya Kuan­tan (MBK), Hani Syazani Ka­marudin Arifin berkata, kerja baik pulih dijangka bermula selepas pelantikan kontraktor pada Ogos ini dan dijangka siap sepenuhnya ... Read more The post Kos baik pulih jambatan merah RM6j, siap 2027 appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Shipping traffic witnesses sharp decline off Omani coasts in Strait of Hormuz

FOLLOWS-UP, June 30 (YPA) – Maritime traffic through the southern route off the Omani coasts in the Strait of Hormuz has registered a noticeable decline amid escalating tensions and security warnings, despite the US Navy escorting vessels. Key Indicators of the Digital Decline: HFA Research and Kpler Data: On Sunday, transit was limited to only []

Ships Sail Near Strait of Hormuz amid Renewed Tensions

Footage shows commercial vessels sailing near the Strait of Hormuz off the UAE's east coast. The strategic waterway remains under close watch after renewed fighting between the United States and Iran disrupted shipping and heightened concerns over regional security and global energy supplies.

U.S. asks South Korean shipbuilders about Navy work

U.S. asks South Korean shipbuilders about Navy work

Hormuz traffic drops after Saturday strike on vessel

In total, 29 commodity vessels crossed on Saturday and 12 transited on Sunday, according to data from the maritime tracking firm Kpler. The post Hormuz traffic drops after Saturday strike on vessel appeared first on Vanguard News.

New Asean Chamber of Commerce launched in Hong Kong will ‘fulfil long-felt need’

Setting up a new regional chamber of commerce will “fulfil a long-felt need” to bridge the gap between the Greater Bay Area and Asean, with Hong Kong acting as a “natural connector”, the business group’s inaugural chairman has said. But given existing agreements and bilateral relations between the city and individual member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, analysts said the economic benefits introduced by the new chamber were likely to be more modest than dramatic. The Asean...

BrahMos deal boosts Indonesia's defense industry: Lemhannas

The cooperation between Indonesia and India in procuring BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles serves as a strategic ...