India has voiced strong opposition to any disruption of commercial shipping through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in West Asia, underlining the importance of uninterrupted maritime trade and energy flows for global stability.
Speaking at a United Nations meeting focused on energy and supply security, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish emphasized that targeting merchant vessels and putting civilian seafarers at risk is “unacceptable.”
He noted that countries such as India remain heavily dependent on energy imports transported through critical sea lanes, making the safety and stability of the Strait of Hormuz a matter of significant national and global concern. India also reiterated the need for strict adherence to international law and the protection of freedom of navigation.
The Strait of Hormuz serves as one of the world’s most crucial maritime chokepoints, handling a substantial share of global crude oil, LNG, and LPG shipments. Any disruption in the corridor could have far-reaching implications for energy markets, shipping operations, and international trade.
Meanwhile, Iranian official Ebrahim Azizi stated that Iran is preparing a “professional system” to regulate maritime movement in the Strait under its sovereignty, a development closely watched by the global maritime and energy sectors.
The evolving situation continues to draw international attention as governments and shipping stakeholders monitor the impact of regional tensions on maritime security and commercial navigation.
