Pakistan secures Hormuz passage deal with Iran amid regional conflict
Pakistan has secured a deal with Iran to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, providing relief to Islamabad amid a deepening energy crisis. The agreement comes as the region experiences severe disruptions to global shipping due to ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran.
Pakistan and Iran have reached an agreement allowing Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz. Under the deal, 20 ships will be permitted to pass through, with two vessels crossing daily. The agreement provides relief to Islamabad as it grapples with an energy crisis. The conflict in the region has severely disrupted global shipping, causing a sharp rise in oil prices. Iran has tightened its control over the strait, introducing a checkpoint system and pursuing formal recognition of its authority. The diplomatic effort behind the deal included engagement between Pakistan's leadership and international counterparts.
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