Chinese Tankers Resume Hormuz Transit Under Iran Coordination
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Chinese tankers are reportedly resuming transit through the Strait of Hormuz, coordinated by Iran as both nations emphasize the necessity of keeping the strategic shipping route open for energy exports. This agreement has led to Iranian media claiming that numerous Chinese vessels are being granted safe passage.
During President Trump's ongoing state visit to China, he and President Xi Jinping agreed that the Strait of Hormuz must be open for the free flow of energy. They along with their senior officials have expressed agreement that no country can be allowed to exact shipping tolls in the Strait of Hormuz. Following this, Thursday saw Iranian state media proclaim that some 30 Chinese vessels are being allowed safe passage by Iran. Bloomberg also reports, "The vessels were allowed to pass the Strait of Hormuz…