Global Allies Show Limited Response to Trump’s Call for Naval Support in Strait of Hormuz

Washington, D.C. — The appeal by U.S. President Donald Trump for international assistance to help reopen and secure the Strait of Hormuz has received a largely muted response from countries around the world.

So far, **no country has announced the deployment of naval ships** to the region in response to Trump’s request.

Japan, one of the United States’ key economic allies, has declined to send naval vessels. A policy chief from Japan’s ruling party said that Japanese warships would only be deployed if the situation in the region crossed a very serious threshold.

Similarly, Australia has also refused to send naval ships. An Australian minister stated that the country **is not participating in any Middle East mission** related to the issue.

China has remained largely silent regarding Trump’s demand. However, the Chinese Embassy in Washington said Beijing would play a **constructive role by strengthening communication with relevant parties**.

Meanwhile, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has urged China to assist, saying Washington expects Beijing to act as a constructive partner in efforts to keep the strait open.

In United Kingdom, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said the UK is in talks with the United States and other allies to ensure the strait remains open, adding that **mine-detecting drones could potentially be deployed**.

South Korea has also acknowledged Trump’s appeal, stating that it is **closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East**.

Earlier, France had already refused to send naval ships to the region, highlighting the cautious approach many countries are taking toward the issue.