Brussels, 16 March (LaPresse) – On the Middle East, “the main topic will be how to keep the Strait of Hormuz open over the weekend; I have also spoken with UN Security, that is, the UN Secretary-General; I spoke with António Guterres about the possibility of launching an initiative similar to the one we had for the Black Sea – such as getting grain out of Ukraine – because the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is truly dangerous for oil supplies and energy supplies to Asia". This was stated by the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, on her arrival at the Foreign Affairs Council. ‘85% of the oil and gas passing through the Strait of Hormuz is destined for Asian countries. But it is also a problem for fertilisers. And if there is a shortage of fertilisers this year, there will also be a food shortage next year. So we discussed with Antonio Guterres how to ensure that this happens,’ she added.