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Maritime routes and the vulnerability of global trade

The Business Standard reports that the lack of cooperative enforcement mechanisms for maritime routes leaves the global economy susceptible to recurring disruptions.

The Business Standard ยท 4 September 2026, 2:10 AM

According to The Business Standard, the global economy remains highly vulnerable to frequent disruptions unless major powers implement stronger, collaborative enforcement mechanisms to safeguard maritime trade routes. The financial burden of these recurring interruptions is ultimately passed on to consumers worldwide.