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China confirms safe passage of ships through Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Gulf tensions

By The South Asia Times

BEIJING - China on Tuesday confirmed that several of its vessels have successfully transited the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, even as regional tensions continue to disrupt one of the world’s busiest maritime corridors.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday that three Chinese ships had recently passed through the strait with the “facilitation and coordination of relevant parties,” signaling a degree of continued access despite heightened security risks, according to state-run Xinhua News.

Her remarks came in response to questions about whether Iran had provided assurances regarding the safety of shipping in the area. While Mao did not directly confirm any specific guarantees, she expressed appreciation for the cooperation that enabled safe passage.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical artery for global trade, particularly for energy supplies, with a significant portion of the world’s oil shipments passing through its narrow waters. Ongoing instability in the Gulf has raised concerns over disruptions to supply chains and surging energy prices.

China reiterated its call for an immediate ceasefire to de-escalate the crisis and restore stability in the region, emphasizing the importance of keeping international shipping routes open.

Regional escalations have continued since Israel and the United States launched an offensive against Iran in late February, triggering retaliatory strikes and heightened risks across the Gulf. Against this backdrop, Beijing’s confirmation of safe maritime transit underscores both the fragility of the situation and the ongoing efforts by various actors to prevent a complete disruption of global trade flows.

Regional tensions have continued to intensify since Israel and the United States launched a large-scale offensive against Iran on February 28, which has reportedly killed more than 1,340 people, including former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

In response, Iran has carried out waves of drone and missile strikes targeting Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf states hosting U.S. military assets, resulting in casualties, significant infrastructure damage, and ongoing disruption to global markets.

China confirms safe passage of ships through Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Gulf tensions

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