Maritime chokepoint security and navigation freedom vital for stability, says deputy chief of staff

Deputy Chief of the General Staff Fahd bin Abdullah Al-Ghufaili said that the safety of maritime chokepoints and freedom of navigation are fundamental pillars of security, and a shared responsibility of the international community.

Speaking at the Manama Dialogue 2026 forum, Al-Ghufaili stressed the importance of not using maritime straits as tools for pressure or escalation, nor turning them into arenas for conflict and rivalry.

He affirmed that protecting ships and ports and ensuring freedom of navigation require enhanced international coordination, intelligence sharing, and expertise exchange, which are essential to countering maritime threats and preventing them from escalating into crises.

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