Explainer: Hormuz crisis throws spotlight on world's largest 'chokepoint'

Apr 23, 2026 - 18:04
Explainer: Hormuz crisis throws spotlight on world's largest 'chokepoint'
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced policymakers in Asia to face questions over the security of other maritime chokepoints, including the Strait of Malacca, which is the world's busiest waterway for international trade.