UK to host officials for Strait of Hormuz talks next week (politico.eu)

• Second round of diplomatic engagement on maritime security.
• Shift to technical/junior official level for detailed coordination.
• Focus on securing critical energy transit corridors.

"The United Kingdom is set to host a follow-up series of talks regarding the stability of the Strait of Hormuz. Following high-level discussions held on April 2, this next phase will focus on technical-level diplomatic coordination. These efforts are critical for maintaining the security of global energy supply chains and preventing escalation in a region vital to international commerce and European resource resilience."