Rising risks in key maritime straits elevate the importance of transit routes through the region.
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Against the backdrop of mounting tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, Central Asia is reinforcing its role as an alternative transit corridor for global trade. The region could serve as insurance against disruptions to maritime routes.
This opens new economic opportunities for Kazakhstan and Central Asian states, which are positioning themselves as reliable intermediaries in international logistics.