UK’s PM Starmer to host industry leaders for Middle East war talks on Monday

South China Morning Post Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseMarch 29, 2026 at 11:52 PM

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will host a meeting on Monday at Downing Street to discuss the impact of the Middle East war. The meeting will include senior government and military officials, as well as leaders from the energy, shipping, finance, and insurance sectors. Discussions will focus on the consequences of Iran's actions affecting the Strait of Hormuz, including rising oil prices and increased costs across various industries. Representatives from companies like Shell, BP, Centrica, Maersk, CMA, HSBC, Goldman Sachs, and Lloyd's of London are expected to attend. Commander Maritime Operations will provide an update on maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and the broader Middle East, highlighting the effects on shipping and navigation.

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Trump claims Iran’s ‘present’ was to allow 10 oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz

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Commander Maritime Operations will provide an operational update on maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Participants will include representatives from Shell, BP, Centrica, Maersk, CMA, HSBC and Goldman Sachs.

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The meeting will examine the impact of Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Keir Starmer will convene government, military, and industry leaders to discuss the Middle East war.

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Maersk 50% Centrica 50% CMA 50% HSBC 50% Shell 60% Downing Street ×260% BP 60% United Kingdom ×270% Iran ×270% Middle East ×380% Strait of Hormuz ×490% Keir Starmer ×390%

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middle east war 100% strait of hormuz 90% keir starmer 80% shipping 70% oil prices 60% energy sector 60% maritime security 50% uk naval operations 40% finance sector 40%