Gulf States Weigh Alternatives to Strait of Hormuz Amid Closure Threat

The article examines whether Gulf countries have viable alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy and trade, amid heightened closure threats. It assesses pipeline routes, overland corridors, and maritime bypasses, noting that most alternatives are limited in capacity or face geopolitical hurdles. The analysis underscores the strategic vulnerability of Gulf energy exports and the potential global economic impact if the strait were disrupted.