Iran war and Hormuz blockade test Malaysia’s supply chain and fuel resilience


Dateline 2026-03-25, The Edge Malaysia:

The conflict in the Middle East has triggered concerns about fuel prices and supply just as Malaysians begin the festive season of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. The oil market went from an oversupply position to a shortage overnight after Tehran declared that it would attack any oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s energy supply passes.

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