The U.S. administration expects that allied nations will extensively discuss the issue of navigation security in the Strait of Hormuz during the upcoming NATO summit to be held in Ankara, Turkey.
According to sea-news.az this information was reported by CNN, citing reliable sources.
According to the source, several member states of the alliance have expressed their readiness to provide military-logistical support to ensure the safety and security of international shipping in this strategically important strait. However, the report emphasized that not all countries within the alliance possess the necessary warships, equipment, and technical capacity to carry out the maritime mission in question.
In the view of U.S. officials, Washington anticipates that by the end of this summit, allied countries will increase their defense spending and further strengthen their overall combat readiness, including their maritime components.
Sharp increase in vessel activity in the Strait
Another notable aspect of the situation is the positive dynamic observed in global oil and cargo shipments. According to a report by the Financial Times on July 3, the number of commercial vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz has quadrupled over the past week. Experts from the publication believe that this sharp increase is a clear indicator that shipowners and international logistics companies have regained confidence in the security of transit through the strait.
It should be noted that the next NATO summit, which carries great importance for regional and global security architecture, is scheduled to take place in Ankara on July 7–8.
