UAE Diversifies Trade Routes Away from Hormuz Amid Iran Tensions

UAE diplomatic adviser Anwar Gargash announced development of alternative energy export and trade corridors to reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz, following escalation with Iran. The move signals strategic hedging against potential Iranian disruption of the strait, though specifics on routes and timelines remain unclear. This marks a notable shift in UAE posture, diversifying critical infrastructure away from a chokepoint it has historically depended on.