According to BlockBeats, on March 28, UN Secretary-General's spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric stated regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz that as the Middle East conflict continues to develop and could escalate further, the disruption of maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a chain reaction in the coming months, affecting humanitarian needs and agricultural production. Although Secretary-General Guterres is committed to making every effort to achieve a comprehensive and lasting solution to the conflict, immediate action to mitigate these consequences is crucial.
To address these challenges, the Secretary-General has established a dedicated working group. The working group is led by UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of the UN Office for Project Services, Michelle Da Silva. The working group will also include representatives from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, the International Maritime Organization, and the International Chamber of Commerce, and will invite other agencies to participate as needed. The main focus of the working group is to develop and propose specific technical mechanisms to meet the humanitarian needs of the Strait of Hormuz. (CCTV News)
