While the Strait of Hormuz is widely seen as the heart of the global energy system, its true strategic importance lies in its role as Asia’s primary energy lifeline. Yet the real vulnerability emerges further downstream at the Strait of Malacca, where energy flows converge. In today’s geopolitical landscape, competition is shifting from resources to … Continue reading Mehmet Ögütcü: If Hormuz Is Asia’s Artery, Malacca Is Its Chokepoint