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Barnama
17 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia To Contact Iran For Route Through Strait Of Hormuz Remain Open
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will contact his Iranian counterpart, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, to request that the crucial oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) export route through the Strait of Hormuz remain open. He said that if the strait were to be closed, it could disrupt oil trade routes from the Middle East, leading to a global oil shortage and pushing up prices in the international market. 'There are rumours that Iran may close the supply route in the Strait of Hormuz, which serves as the gateway to the Iran-Oman border, a move that could potentially affect the global oil supply chain. 'This will cause serious complications for the world because a lot of oil supplies come from that area, especially from Iran and Qatar, so we hope that this will not be done and I will try to contact my Iranian counterpart, Araghchi, tonight or tomorrow, to think about it,' he told reporters after opening the Cheras UMNO Delegates' Meeting here today. He said that while Malaysia understands Iran's current position and the tense situation it faces, the country also bears a responsibility to the international community and the smooth flow of global trade. The global market, he added, is closely watching developments in the Strait of Hormuz, amid growing concerns that the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran could disrupt shipping traffic through the narrow and strategic passage. According to a report by Anadolu Agency, the Strait of Hormuz, located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, is a vital sea route, with about a third of global oil trade, or 17 to 20 million barrels of crude oil and condensate, passing through it every day. About 70 per cent of that amount was sent to Asia, including China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Pakistan and the Philippines, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Meanwhile, Mohamad said the Foreign Ministry had issued a statement asking Malaysians in Iran, Iraq and Jordan to contact the Malaysian embassy in the respective country.
Asharq Al-Awsat
2 days ago
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
OIC Secretary-General Receives Call from Iranian FM
Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha has received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. The two officials discussed the recent Israeli attacks on Iran and their serious implications for regional stability, SPA reported. The secretary-general reaffirmed the OIC General Secretariat's condemnation of the attacks and its solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
India Today
05-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Iranian foreign minister meets Pak army chief ahead of his India visit
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi met with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, on Monday, amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the deadly terror attack in visit follows days after Araghchi proposed to deescalate tensions between Pakistan and India, stating Tehran is prepared to employ its good offices in Islamabad and New Delhi to "forge greater understanding at this difficult time."advertisementAbbas Araghchi is scheduled to visit India on Thursday, the Embassy of Iran in India confirmed the information on Monday in a post on X. According to the military's media wing, the officials discussed the challenges in the region, especially those affecting the safety and stability of both countries. The officials also reviewed the border security framework between Pakistan and Iran to improve coordination and is a developing story. Trending Reel
Arab News
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Iranian FM arrives in Pakistan to strengthen bilateral ties, discuss regional developments
ISLAMABAD: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in Pakistan on Monday, the Pakistani foreign office said, with his visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and discussing regional developments amid Islamabad's soaring tensions with New Delhi. Pakistan and Iran enjoy close ties and have signed several pacts in trade, energy and security in recent years. The two countries have also been at odds over instability on their shared porous border, but have quickly moved to ease tensions each time. Araghchi's visit comes in the background of surging tensions between India and Pakistan after the Apr. 22 attack in Indian-administered Kashmir in which 26 tourists were killed. India blamed Pakistan for the attack, a charge which Islamabad strongly denies. Tensions have soared between the nuclear-armed neighbors who have announced a raft of punitive measures against each other, while their forces have exchanged fire along their de facto border in Kashmir for 10 consecutive days. 'Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad on an official visit,' the Pakistani foreign office said, adding that he was received by Additional Secretary West Asia Syed Asad Gillani, Iran's ambassador to Pakistan and other senior officials. 'He will hold important meetings with the Pakistani leadership including the president, prime minister and the deputy prime minister.' In an earlier statement on Sunday, the foreign office said Araghchi's visit reflects both countries' commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation. It said that the two sides will also exchange views on regional and global developments. Iran has offered to mediate the crisis between Pakistan and India, with Araghchi saying his country is 'ready to use its good offices' to resolve the standoff. The offer came amid fears that India may carry out limited airstrikes or special forces raids near the border with Pakistan. A Pakistani minister said last week that Islamabad has 'credible intelligence' India is planning to attack Pakistan within days. Pakistani leaders, who have already reached out to foreign capitals over India's aggressive posturing since the Kashmir attack, are expected to discuss with Araghchi the latest crisis with New Delhi.
Arab News
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Iranian FM to arrive in Pakistan tomorrow on visit to strengthen ties
ISLAMABAD: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi will arrive in Pakistan on Monday on a visit to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries, the Pakistani foreign ministry said. Pakistan and Iran enjoy close ties and have signed several pacts in trade, energy and security in recent years. The two countries have also been at odds over instability on their shared porous border, but have quickly moved to ease tensions each time. Pakistan's foreign ministry said Araghchi will call on the President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, during his visit to Islamabad. 'This high-level visit reflects the deep-rooted and strong relationship between Pakistan and the brotherly nation of Iran,' the Pakistani foreign ministry said in a statement. 'It also underscores the two countries' shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across all areas of mutual interest. The two sides will also exchange views on regional and global developments.' Araghchi's visit, his second since Nov. last year, comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region since India blamed Pakistan for an attack in the disputed Kashmir region that killed 26 tourists on April 22. Islamabad has denied involvement and called for an international probe into the tragic event. However, tensions have soared between the nuclear-armed neighbors who have announced a raft of punitive measures against each other, while their forces have exchanged fire along their de facto border in Kashmir. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to pursue the attackers 'to the ends of the earth' and there have been fears that India may carry out limited airstrikes or special forces raids near the border with Pakistan. A Pakistani minister has said that Islamabad has 'credible intelligence' that India is planning to attack Pakistan within days. Iran has offered to mediate the crisis between Pakistan and India, with Araghchi saying his country was 'ready to use its good offices' to resolve the conflict. Pakistani leaders, who have already reached out to foreign capitals over India's aggressive posturing since the Kashmir attack, are expected to discuss with Araghchi the latest crisis with New Delhi. 'The visit of Foreign Minister Araghchi is expected to further strengthen the existing ties and enhance cooperation between the two countries,' the Pakistani foreign ministry added.
