Iran’s recent map publication asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz has intensified the crisis for over 20,000 mariners stranded on 2,000 vessels. Many sailors face dire conditions without sufficient food or water, praying for safety amid escalating tensions and uncertainty in the Gulf.
India is strengthening safety protocols for its seafarers and merchant vessels in the Gulf due to escalating regional tensions. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is working closely with shipping companies to monitor critical areas like the Persian Gulf, mandating risk assessments and enhancing onboard security measures for vessels.
The U.S. has intensified opposition to a proposed global shipping carbon tax at the IMO summit in London, warning of potential economic retaliation. Labeling the plan a “Global Green New Scam Tax,” Trump urged rejection, citing risks to shipping costs and American interests, while proposing procedural changes to delay new emissions rules.
