Suez, Panama canals charge for transit. Why can't Hormuz?

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Iran has faced international condemnation for demanding up to $2 million in transit fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The article compares this with established tolling by Egypt for the Suez Canal and Panama for its waterway, explaining why Iran's charges are viewed differently.

Iran has been widely condemned for demanding up to $2 million for vessels to ship through the Strait of Hormuz. DW explores the reasons why Egypt can charge for the Suez Canal and Panama for its waterway, but Iran can't.

World Politics Shipping Strait of Hormuz transit fees Suez Canal Panama Canal Iran shipping routes international tolls

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