Strait of Hormuz closed: What it means for the world & its energy

What happens if the Strait of Hormuz closes? Here’s how the crisis could disrupt global oil supplies and impact countries like India.

Nearly 20% of the world’s oil and a large share of LNG shipments pass through this narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea. Any disruption here can send shockwaves through global energy markets.

Watch this explainer to understand why the Strait of Hormuz is critical to the global economy.

Producer & Host: Haritha Sharly Benjamin
Editing: Arun George Mathew