April 21 , 2026
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- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron launched the Global Maritime Security Initiative for the Strait of Hormuz.
- The initiative aims to ensure freedom of navigation and secure key global shipping routes.
- Around 40 countries, including India, participated in the virtual meeting held in 2026.
- The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to global markets and is vital for global oil and gas trade.
- The initiative focuses on protecting commercial shipping and stabilising global energy supply chains amid regional tensions.
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