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Background
Overview
Understanding strategic choke points is crucial for comprehending global energy markets, international trade dynamics, and the geopolitical vulnerabilities of nations, particularly for India which relies heavily on maritime trade and imported energy.
Strategic choke points are narrow maritime passages or land routes that are critical for global trade and energy transit, whose disruption can severely impact international supply chains and economic stability. Global energy security refers to the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price, heavily reliant on the secure passage through these choke points.