Two Malaysian-Owned Vessels En Route Home From Strait Of Hormuz - Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 (Bernama) -- Two Malaysian-owned vessels are currently on their way back to the country, while five others are still in the Strait of Hormuz, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

The MADANI Government spokesperson said the matter was conveyed to the Cabinet during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

“At present, we have been informed that two vessels are en route. One is expected to arrive on April 17, while another may arrive the following week. Five vessels are still in the Strait of Hormuz,” he said at a briefing on the global energy crisis and a post-Cabinet press conference here today.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important shipping lanes, particularly for global crude oil shipments, and any disruption in the area could affect supply chains and energy prices.

Fahmi said the global energy crisis, including Malaysia’s position on the West Asian conflict, would be raised during Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to Malaysia.

“I believe the Prime Minister will raise Malaysia’s position on the West Asian conflict, and the issue of restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz will certainly be discussed. At present, at least two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) are expected to be signed,” he said.

Albanese arrived in Malaysia today for a three-day official visit, as part of Malaysia’s efforts to manage energy security risks during a period of sustained global uncertainty, including the ongoing conflict in West Asia and disruptions affecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. 

The Foreign Ministry said that through closer cooperation with Australia, Malaysia is working to ensure continued access to critical resources, particularly liquefied natural gas (LNG), which is essential for electricity generation and industrial activity.

There will be the exchange of an MoU on the Strategic Halal Red Meat Partnership (SHRP) between both countries, an agreement between the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and Australia's Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) to streamline audit processes and enhance halal meat accessibility. 

Australia is a significant economic partner for Malaysia, ranking as Malaysia’s 12th largest trading partner in 2025, with total bilateral trade valued at RM78.63 billion (US$18.38 billion). 

-- BERNAMA