Iran’s ambassador to China says Tehran will grant China and other “friendly nations” special considerations related to service fees for ships using the Strait of Hormuz. The envoy’s comments, reported by multiple outlets, indicate the concession is tied to the level and nature of charges that Iran sets when determining the fee regime for shipping through the strategic waterway.
Separately, reporting notes that China calls for the unhindered flow of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. China is described as a major destination for Iranian oil exports, buying nearly all of Iran’s oil, which adds context to why Beijing’s position on Hormuz is closely watched.
Taken together, the accounts describe a linkage between Iran’s fee policy for Hormuz transit and expectations that major buyers such as China will receive preferential treatment. The reports do not provide details on the exact fee levels or the scope of what “special considerations” include, but they consistently frame the comments as a diplomatic signal from Tehran to Beijing regarding shipping through the strait.
