Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said the gathering was
delayed “in the interests of consensus” to allow conditions for constructive
dialogue that could support regional stability.
Iran’s
Foreign Ministry said the postponement came at the request of some regional
countries and was a joint decision with Muscat. No new date has been set.
The talks were meant to discuss an Iran-Oman framework for
managing shipping through the vital waterway, which carries a large share of
the world’s oil and gas.
Iran has maintained restrictions on transit since the wider
Middle East conflict began in late February.
Tehran has floated ideas including passage fees and revised
routes. Bahrain had already said it would not attend until diplomatic ties with
Iran were restored.
The delay comes amid continued disruption to energy flows,
recent attacks on vessels, and high oil prices.
