Oman’s foreign minister says Muscat “does not support imposing transit fees” on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz while also appearing open to charges for “maritime, environmental and navigational services,” Al Jazeera reports.

Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi made the statement during an interview with French radio station Monte Carlo Doualiya, according to highlights posted by his office.

Albusaidi said charges for services “can be discussed voluntarily with the beneficiary countries and companies”. He also explained that “some services may include enhancing navigational safety, protecting waters from pollution, and increasing preparedness to deal with accidents or emergencies”.