Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Omani counterpart, Badr Albusaidi, discussed an “interim framework” aimed at resuming shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a joint statement carried by the Oman News Agency, as the two sides press ahead with long-running talks over navigation through the key waterway. The initiative seeks to establish a “temporary joint maritime corridor” and project for mine clearance to restore safe navigation through the area, according to the statement. Technical talks between the two sides will continue with the aim of agreeing on a permanent maritime corridor, the future administration of the strait, as well as a mechanism for information exchange, traffic management, and the provision of relevant maritime and security services, it said.
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