The National · 17 Jun 2026
Cars in Colombo and paint by plane: The knock-on effects of the Hormuz blockade
A road map for peace between the US and Iran is poised to pave the way for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen on Friday, offering respite after months of disruption to global shipping. The effective closure of the waterway caused a surge in energy and shipping prices, as well as severe delays in the sup
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The impending reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is set to alleviate months of disruption in global shipping and energy prices. This development highlights the interconnectedness of regional geopolitics and its impact on international trade.
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