In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the minister delivered Kuwait’s position while heading the country’s delegation, on behalf of His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, at an international meeting on freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The meeting, held via videoconference, was co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer, with the participation of senior representatives from numerous allied and partner countries to address the evolving situation in the strategic waterway, reports Al-Rai daily.

During his remarks, Sheikh Jarrah praised the efforts led by France, the United Kingdom, and international partners to ensure a secure maritime environment in the Strait of Hormuz.

He stressed that safeguarding navigation is critical to protecting global economic interests, accelerating the recovery of supply chains, and maintaining energy and food security.

He reiterated Kuwait’s categorical rejection of any unilateral actions or attempts to impose a new reality that contradicts international legal frameworks governing international waterways.

The minister also emphasized the importance of pursuing parallel diplomatic tracks to guarantee the freedom, safety, and security of maritime navigation, while calling for Iran’s full compliance with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 and adherence to international law, particularly the provisions of the 1982 Convention.