Opening of Strait of Hormuz a Welcome Development, Says NSA Ajit Doval at BRICS Security Conclave
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By Mahima Katal
New Delhi, June 23: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Tuesday welcomed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as a significant step towards strengthening global energy security and easing supply chain disruptions.
Speaking at the BRICS National Security Advisers' meeting in New Delhi, Doval said the development would benefit not only countries in the region but also the wider international community.
"India welcomes the memorandum of understanding reached between the United States and Iran. We have cautious optimism and hope that it will succeed. It will contribute positively to energy security," Doval said.
He noted that the reopening of the strategic waterway would help address supply chain bottlenecks and shortages affecting critical sectors, including fertilisers and chemicals.
The NSA also highlighted the broader geopolitical challenges confronting the world, saying countries are navigating a period marked by uncertainty, economic pressures, and rapid technological disruption.
"We are meeting at a very tumultuous time. The world is facing geopolitical uncertainties, economic strains and disruptive technology," Doval said.
According to him, the growing complexity of global threats has exposed limitations in existing international institutions and mechanisms designed to manage conflicts and crises.
Doval expressed concern over the weakening of multilateralism and stressed that BRICS has an important role to play in promoting cooperation and addressing emerging global challenges.
He said the grouping was established to contribute to a more multipolar world order, deepen economic cooperation, and amplify the voice of the Global South. Over time, BRICS has also sought reforms in global governance structures and greater institutional representation for developing nations.
"BRICS is a very special coalition of countries that believe in peace, progress, development and cooperation," he said.
India is hosting the security conclave in its capacity as the current chair of BRICS.
Originally comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, the grouping expanded in 2024 with the inclusion of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates. Indonesia joined the bloc in 2025.
Today, BRICS represents nearly half of the world's population, around 40 per cent of global GDP, and approximately 26 per cent of global trade, making it one of the most influential platforms of emerging economies.
