Iran has introduced a new system to regulate and manage vessel movement through the Strait of Hormuz. tightening its control over one of the world's most critical energy transit routes, according to state media reports. 

Iran's Press TV reported that the mechanism creates a formal approval process requiring commercial vessels to coordinate transit permissions with Iranian authorities before entering the waterway.

According to a report by Anadolu Agency, any ship planning to transit the strait will receive electronic instructions via email from the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) detailing navigation rules and compliance requirements.

Under the framework, ships are required to adhere to the set rules and regulations and get prior clearance before being granted permission to proceed with the transit journey.

The Iranian government has also warned that commercial ships must coordinate their transit movements with the Iranian military, and at the same time warns the US Navy against operating within the strait, signalling heightened friction over maritime control in the region.

This new development follows reports of Iran publishing a new map showing its operational area as extended along portions of the strait, even as it is not clear whether this constitutes any formal modification of its territorial and operational boundaries.

Tensions over the strategic chokepoint have escalated in recent weeks, with Iran stepping up navigation controls following the outbreak of the US-Israeli conflict on February 28, according to media reports.

Strait of Hormuz is considered one of the most important international channels used for the transportation of oil and liquefied natural gas.

The developing situation has raised uncertainty in global trade, especially when ships and energy traders keep a close eye on every possible disruption in the most volatile international shipping lanes.

Source: Moneycontrol 

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