Canada joins 40-country talks on Strait of Hormuz shipping amid global concerns

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand took part in a virtual meeting with more than 40 countries, including the United Kingdom and India, to discuss efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route.

The meeting was convened by U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, who warned that Iran’s move to block the passage poses risks to the global economy, according to statements shared following the discussion. Anand emphasized the need to uphold international law and ensure freedom of navigation through the waterway.

India was represented by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, who said the path out of the crisis lies in diplomacy and a return to dialogue among all parties involved, according to remarks released after the meeting.

The United States did not participate in the talks. The meeting followed recent comments by Donald Trump, who suggested the route could reopen on its own or that responsibility lies with countries that depend on it.

The situation remains under international scrutiny, with participating countries indicating continued coordination in response to developments in the region.