Impacts of Bab el-Mandeb closure
Energy expert Hisham Aqil warned of the economic repercussions of closing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which is one of the most vital maritime routes connecting Asia to Europe. He explained that shutting down the strait would force ships to reroute around Africa, lengthening voyages and increasing shipping and fuel costs. This would impact supply chains, leading to higher energy and commodity prices and fueling global inflation. He also pointed out that the strategic importance of the strait has led to international alliances aimed at ensuring its freedom, in order to minimize potential economic damages.
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