Cheong Wa Dae said Wednesday that the South Korean government is "actively seeking ways to resolve the situation, including consultations with the Iranian government," regarding the navigation of Korean vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Kang Yu-jung, chief spokesperson for Cheong Wa Dae, made the remarks during a briefing at the Chunchugwan press center in response to a question on whether there had been progress regarding Korean vessels, following reports that a Japanese oil tanker had passed through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time with approval from Iranian authorities.
"This is a matter that requires consideration of various factors, including the safety of the vessels and the positions of the shipping companies," Kang said. "Since more than one country is often involved, we are communicating and cooperating on multiple fronts."
She added that the government's position is that "free navigation and safety must be guaranteed for all vessels in the Hormuz, including Korean ships, within the framework of international norms," stressing that consultations are underway on that basis.
