Takaichi, Japanese Prime Minister, Holds Phone Talks with Oman's Sultan: "Urgent Need to Restore Safe Navigation in Hormuz"

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held a phone conversation with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said of Oman, emphasizing the urgent need to restore free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

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According to the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Prime Minister Takaichi spoke with Sultan Haitham for about 20 minutes from 5:00 p.m. on August 10. Prime Minister Takaichi expressed respect for Oman's proactive diplomatic efforts, noting that Oman has been continuously consulting with Iran in order to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

She further stated that, in accordance with the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, it is important to swiftly de-escalate tensions and resolve various issues, including the nuclear issue, in a stable manner. She added that Japan would make every necessary diplomatic effort to achieve this. Prime Minister Takaichi also stressed that the free and safe navigation of the Strait of Hormuz should be restored as soon as possible without any additional costs. She called for the international community, including the countries utilizing the Strait, to consult closely for this goal.

According to the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sultan Haitham explained the status of negotiations between Oman and Iran, as well as the stance of the Omani government. He also conveyed that Oman would proceed with negotiations while respecting the positions of each country, including those that use the Strait of Hormuz.

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