Infographic: The Strategic Importance of the Strait of Hormuz in Global Trade

According to the Economic Desk of Webangah News Agency, the Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most vital maritime chokepoints, facilitating the transit of a significant portion of global oil shipments. The infographic, created by Mehdi Barazandeh, visually underscores the strait’s geopolitical and economic significance, particularly for energy-exporting nations. Located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, this narrow waterway sees nearly 20% of the world’s petroleum liquids pass through daily. The data visualization also emphasizes how disruptions in this corridor could impact international markets and energy security. With tensions in the region periodically affecting shipping lanes, analysts continue to monitor the strait’s stability as a barometer for global energy flows.