For centuries, the strait has been a critical conduit for trade. Today, it remains the shortest sea route between the Middle East and Asian markets. It is estimated that nearly one-third of global trade and about one-quarter of all oil transported by sea passes through this chokepoint. For major economies like China, Japan, and South Korea, the strait is an essential energy lifeline, funneling crude oil and liquefied natural gas from the Persian Gulf and Africa.
Operated cooperatively by Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore since 1998: malacca straits navigation
The Malacca Straits, also known as the Strait of Malacca, is a 550-mile-long (890 km) and 25-150 miles (40-240 km) wide waterway that links the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea. It is one of the busiest and most critical shipping lanes in the world, with over 50,000 vessels passing through it every year. The straits are a vital artery for international trade, connecting Europe, the Middle East, and Africa to Asia. For centuries, the strait has been a critical