Recent Middle East instability is largely tied to Mediterranean trade routes and key chokepoints.
Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz and attacked critical India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) nodes, including the UAE's Al-Fujaira and Israel's Haifa ports.
The U.S. administration is treating IMEC as the preferred commercial connection among India, the Gulf region, Israel, and southern Europe, and plans to make it operational before any diplomatic issues are settled.
Unlock the following in-depth report to explore:
- The U.S.’s efforts to develop the corridor;
- Washington’s engagement with GCC states in this regard;
- Suggested alternative routes; and
- Intended defensive measures to counter Iran’s disruption efforts.
