The unequal costs of a global trade disruption Erhan ArtucJohan OrtegaClaudia Rivas August 27, 2026 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/developmenttalk/the-unequal-costs-of-a-global-trade-disruption The Strait of Hormuz, connecting the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean, caries a substantial share of global oil and liquefied natural gas flows. A disruption to shipping through the strait, whether from conflict or geopolitical pressure – does not stay regional. The shock spreads through global value chains, raising energy prices, squeezing producers of energy-intensive goods, and suppressing demand. What are the real impacts on countries, sectors, and workers worldwide?