Strait of Hormuz
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Rethinking Maritime Chokepoints İn The Contemporary Global Economy
Abstract: Maritime chokepoints are commonly portrayed as critical vulnerabilities capable of triggering systemic disruption across the global economy. The concentration of trade and energy flows through corridors such as the Suez Canal, the Strait of Hormuz, Bab el-Mandeb, the Strait of Malacca, and the Panama Canal has reinforced concerns regarding the fragility of contemporary globalisation.… Read More
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The U.S.’ Strategic Flexibility In A Multipolar Era
Abstract: The 2026 Hormuz Crisis is often misinterpreted as a fraying of Western influence; however, a closer look reveals a calculated recalibration of U.S. power. This article examines Washington’s pivot toward “Strategic Autonomy”, a move that shifts the burden of regional stability onto competitors while insulating Western markets. Problem statement: How can the U.S. redefine… Read More
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Building Energy Resilience Beyond The Strait Of Hormuz
Abstract: The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz following joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iranian targets in late February 2026 has transformed a long-theorised energy security vulnerability into an energy redundancy gap. Maritime traffic through the Strait has declined by more than 90 per cent, removing approximately 17-20 million barrels of oil per day from… Read More
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