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Source: Gulf News

UAE Ministry Explains How International Maritime Shipping Regulations Are Established

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has outlined how global maritime shipping regulations are created through the International Maritime Organization. The UN agency sets worldwide benchmarks for vessel safety, maritime security, and pollution prevention across commercial fleets. The ministry clarified that the organization does not operate as a maritime police force or control individual transit routes such as the Strait of Hormuz.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: scmp.com

Japan Imposes Sanctions on Russian Oil Fleet and UAE-Based Entities

Japan has introduced additional sanctions targeting Russia's shadow fleet of oil-transporting vessels, according to the Foreign Ministry. The measures restrict maritime services to 35 ships and impose export bans on four entities located in the UAE and Turkey. Restrictions also apply to 33 Russian-linked entities, nine individuals, and 102 export items.

Industry News
Source: Hydrogen Central

China Targets 1 Trillion Yuan Hydrogen Industry Under 15th Five-Year Plan

China's National Energy Administration released the China Hydrogen Energy Development Report (2026), detailing rapid expansion in renewable hydrogen capacity and transport infrastructure. The report projects that annual green hydrogen demand will reach 2.4 million to 4.3 million tons during the 2026–2030 period. Total industrial chain output value is forecast to exceed 1 trillion yuan ($139 billion).

China–UAE News
Source: EnergyNow.com

Chinese-Owned Tanker Struck Off UAE Coast Amid Disrupted Hormuz Shipping

A Chinese-owned oil products tanker was attacked off the UAE coast near Mina Saqr, marking the first reported strike on a Chinese tanker during the regional conflict. Maritime security sources identified the damaged vessel as the Marshall Islands-flagged JV Innovation, which suffered a deck fire. The incident occurred as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains virtually paralyzed, leaving hundreds of vessels stranded.

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