Australia ‘deeply invested’ in Hormuz access, defence minister says

Australia ‘deeply invested’ in Hormuz access, defence minister says Australia backs open Hormuz, stops short of supporting blockade Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles said Canberra is “deeply invested” in keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, emphasising the need for freedom of navigation and stable global energy supplies. Speaking to ABC News, Marles said Australia is working with partners, including France and the UK. He added that any Australian role would depend on a permanent ceasefire, saying the current situation remains uncertain.