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Experts Propose Toll for Strait of Hormuz Amid Security Concerns

4/10/2026

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Chinese experts have proposed toll collection methods for the Strait of Hormuz, including linking fees to oil prices or using digital tokens.
Wang Yiwei of Renmin University says coordination among computing power, oil, dollars, and security is essential.
Analysts warn the toll idea may be a wartime measure rather than a sustainable solution, even as U.S. President Donald Trump notes a possible joint toll venture.

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Chinese experts have proposed toll collection methods for the Strait of Hormuz, including linking fees to oil prices or using digital tokens.
Wang Yiwei of Renmin University says coordination among computing power, oil, dollars, and security is essential.
Analysts warn the toll idea may be a wartime measure rather than a sustainable solution, even as U.S. President Donald Trump notes a possible joint toll venture.