Iran has announced the establishment of a new regulatory body to oversee and manage operations in the strategically significant Strait of Hormuz. The country’s top security body, the Supreme National Security Council, confirmed the development by reposting an announcement on X stating that the official account of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) is now active.
The move marks the formal creation of a dedicated authority responsible for monitoring developments and coordinating operations related to the vital shipping corridor. Under the new system, vessels will be required to follow directives issued by the authority and secure transit permits before entering the Strait of Hormuz.
The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and disruptions to maritime activity following the conflict involving US-Israeli coalition forces and Iran in West Asia.
