Oman has acted as a diplomatic intermediary by delivering a proposal to Iranian officials regarding the future management of the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative, which carries the support of various Gulf states, seeks to establish a cooperative framework for the strategic waterway.

The core of the proposal is modeled after the management system currently used for the Strait of Malacca in Southeast Asia. Under this model, nations that utilize the strait would contribute voluntary fees to support its maintenance, security, and navigation services. The primary objective of this shift is to ensure that the Strait of Hormuz is not under the exclusive control of any single nation, specifically Iran, which has historically asserted significant influence over the passage.

While the proposal is framed as a collaborative effort to stabilize maritime traffic, the geopolitical implications are significant. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global chokepoint for oil and gas shipments. By proposing a multilateral management structure, the Gulf-backed plan aims to reduce the potential for unilateral disruption of trade. As of now, the Iranian government has not provided a formal public response to the specific terms of the Omani-delivered proposal. The plan represents a notable attempt to apply international maritime management standards to one of the world's most sensitive geopolitical corridors.