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Global Economy

US tries to persuade shippers to sail Red Sea despite Houthi attacks

So far, that’s not proving enough for most shipping lines.

Global Economy

Twin crises send cargo ships back to 18th century trade routes

The widespread rerouting from the canals ensnares ships hauling everything from toys and auto parts to gas to fuel to crude oil.

Global Economy

What Houthi Red Sea attacks mean for global trade

Why is the Red Sea so important to trade? These questions and more answered.

Fishermen, coast guards worry Singapore most in South China Sea

SINGAPORE (Oct 3): The risk of a clash in the South China Sea lies with non-military ships, Singapore’s defence minister said, as China deploys more heavily armed coast guard vessels in the disputed waters.
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