According to information from the UN News Service, ongoing conflicts in the region and concerns about their expansion are creating serious problems for global logistics. Disruptions in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a chain reaction that will negatively impact the humanitarian situation and agricultural output worldwide in the coming months.
To effectively respond to these challenges, a specialized task force has been created under the leadership of the Deputy Secretary-General and Executive Director of the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Jorge Moreira da Silva.
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The group also includes key international organizations such as the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).
The main focus of the group's work will be to develop technical solutions to address humanitarian issues in the Strait of Hormuz area. Additional expert institutions will be involved as necessary.
The UN emphasizes that the new initiative is based on the organization's previous experience, including the implementation of the UN Verification and Monitoring Mechanism for Yemen, the Black Sea Grain Initiative, and the 2720 Mechanism for humanitarian aid to Gaza.
The group's goal is to facilitate uninterrupted trade in fertilizers and raw materials for their production. The UN noted that the launch of the mechanism will be carried out in close cooperation with member states, with full respect for their national sovereignty and within the framework of international law.
The Secretary-General reaffirmed his commitment to seeking a comprehensive and long-term solution to the problem, but stressed that measures should be taken immediately to mitigate the economic and humanitarian consequences of instability in the region.
