For Asia, the worst effects of Trump’s war on Iran are yet to come
War on Iran disrupts Asia’s used-car exports to the Middle East
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Donald Trump's conflict with Iran is predicted to have significant, unintended consequences for Asia, the world's most energy-import-dependent region. The crisis, triggered by US and Israeli actions, extends beyond a typical oil shock, impacting energy supply, petrochemicals, manufacturing, infrastructure, and financial markets. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for 80% of Asia-Pacific's energy imports, is effectively closed by Iran, causing crude oil prices to increase nearly 40% between February and March. Liquefied natural gas prices to Asia also rose sharply. While the global impact is widespread, US ally Japan is expected to be more negatively affected than China, which may even see its international image improve.
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AI-ExtractedThe price of liquefied natural gas shipments to Asia rose by almost two-thirds.
Crude oil prices increased by nearly 40 per cent between February and March.
Around 80 per cent of the region’s total energy imports pass through the vital conduit of the Strait of Hormuz.
The impact of Trump's war with Iran will fall heavily on Asia.
China may even emerge from the crisis with an enhanced international image.
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