Iran has indicated its readiness to assist Namibia in meeting its fuel needs, should a request be made, while maintaining that the Strait of Hormuz remains accessible to friendly nations.
Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Beigi, during an interview with NBC News, said several countries have been engaging Iran directly on the matter.
As a net importer of petroleum products, Namibia remains exposed to fluctuations in fuel prices and supply disruptions linked to trade routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
Last month, the government assured the public that there was no immediate fuel shortage and that stocks were sufficient.
Namibia consumes about 100 million litres of petrol and diesel monthly.
Iran continues to hold its position that vessels from friendly countries will be allowed safe passage through the Strait and has indicated a willingness to support Namibia's fuel supply if needed.
"I was in touch with the officials of your country, including your foreign minister and some other officials of your country, to explain the situation and to exchange views. And it still continues. Just a few days back, I was at the Ministry of Energy in this regard. So we understand the situation of our friendly countries, such as Namibia and the honourable Namibian people."
Iranian authorities restricted the Strait to ships linked to the United States and Israel, following ongoing tensions involving the blockade of its ports and the seizure of its commercial vessels by the U.S.
Ambassador Beigi said current developments show that oil tankers and commercial vessels from countries considered friendly are working with Iranian naval forces to secure passage.
"So that situation is ongoing. However, the Americans are reluctant to engage with certain aspects; they primarily aim to coordinate and control the international market. The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic local waterway, bordered by Iran and Oman. This situation is expected to persist. We recognise that various countries are affected by these developments, which is significant, and we are prepared to assist friendly nations in this context."
As developments continue to unfold, including the extension of the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S., the strategic leverage of this critical maritime corridor remains a key to the negotiations.