Potholes on the New Silk Route: freedom of navigation status across Asia’s. Middle East’s strategic straits under threat

International energy trade, primarily oil delivery, proceeds mainly by sea.

Maritime routes pass through straits and canals, with seven primary chokepoints accounting for over 60% of all crude oil, refined fuel, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies. Conditions along these transport arteries determine not only oil market stability, but national economic...