South Korea Says It Will Send Envoy to Iran as Strait of Hormuz Stays Closed
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South Korea will send an envoy to Iran to negotiate the passage of its ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been closed. The move aims to secure the passage of dozens of South Korean vessels delayed by ongoing restrictions in the strait, a key route for global energy shipments.
South Korea's foreign ministry announced plans to send an envoy to Iran. The envoy will push for the passage of South Korean ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The strait handles roughly a fifth of global oil trade, making prolonged disruptions a concern for energy-importing countries like South Korea. The plan was discussed between Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and his Iranian counterpart Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. South Korea seeks to secure passage for dozens of its vessels delayed by ongoing restrictions. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, affecting global energy shipments.
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