UK Foreign Secretary Kair Visits Persian Gulf to Discuss Reopening of Strait of Hormuz

Reuters reported that Kair said in a statement: "I welcome the ceasefire agreement reached last night, which will bring a moment of relief to the region and the world." He added: "We must do our utmost with our allies to support and maintain this ceasefire agreement, transforming it into a lasting agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz." Previously, Kair was severely criticized by US President Donald Trump for not supporting US and Israeli air strikes against Iran. Kair has previously held multiple meetings to discuss how allies should support the reopening of this key waterway, crucial for global oil and gas trade. The British statement indicated that Kair will discuss various diplomatic efforts to "support and maintain the ceasefire, thereby promoting a permanent resolution of the conflict, and protecting the British and global economies from further threats." It is understood that Kair's trip to the Persian Gulf was planned before the announcement of the US-Iran ceasefire agreement. (Compiled by Liu Shuqin) 1150408