Tag: Strait Of Malacca

US President Donald Trump has issued yet another threat today as Iran continued its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz in response to the US naval blockade of the Islamic nation’s ports. This time, Trump said there will be “no more Mr Nice Guy” if Iran doesn’t take the “very fair and reasonable deal”. US…

As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, countries like Singapore are warning of a dangerous global precedent. Under international law, key choke points like the Strait of Malacca and the Strait of Singapore are meant to remain free for transit passage. Any shift in this norm could disrupt global trade flows and increase costs…