SEOUL — South Korea plans to extend the operating area of its anti-piracy naval unit closer to the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions continue to threaten shipping routes in the region.
The Defence Ministry said the government would seek parliamentary approval to extend the deployment of the Cheonghae unit, whose current Middle East mission is due to expire at the end of 2026. The proposal includes deploying a P-8A maritime patrol aircraft and adding 75 personnel to the force, which currently has about 300 members.
South Korea relies heavily on Middle Eastern energy supplies, most of which pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The proposed expansion is intended to strengthen maritime security and protect commercial shipping. Parliamentary approval is still required.
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