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The economic impact of the Strait of Hormuz's effective closure has reminded the world that it is still very dependent on maritime trade. So in this video we break down the global economy's other "chokepoints" and how they compare to the Strait of Hormuz.
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Economist data
List of maritime chokepoints
Workarounds for Hormuz closure
Malacca dilemma
Panama canal alternative routes
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