With reference to the Strait of Hormuz and global energy trade, consider the following statements: 1. Gulf oil exports recovered to over 95 percent of pre-war levels in September. 2. The Strait of Hormuz accounts for approximately 20 percent of global crude and LNG supplies. 3. The Strait of Hormuz typically handles about 50 large commercial vessels a day. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Hormuz ship attacks surge: Are increased oil exports sustainable?

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· External sector, trade & FDI· Prelims + Mains· 6 October 2026

Energy security and maritime trade corridors: a key GS3 topic regarding global supply chain resilience.

Why in news

India’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported 12 crew members were injured on a Panama-flagged tanker due to a projectile attack in the Strait of Hormuz amidst a surge in maritime security incidents.

Background

Gulf oil exports (excluding Iran) recovered to over 81 percent of pre-war levels in September. The Strait of Hormuz typically handles 125 large commercial vessels daily, accounting for 20 percent of global crude and LNG supplies.

Facts for Prelims

FactGulf oil exports recovered to over 81 percent of pre-war levels in September.
FactStrait of Hormuz shipments account for approximately 20 percent of global crude and liquefied natural gas supplies.
PlaceSaudi Arabia utilizes the East-West pipeline and ship-to-ship transfers to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
FactThe Strait of Hormuz typically handled about 125 large commercial vessels a day before the US-Israel war on Iran began on February 28.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the Strait of Hormuz and global energy trade, consider the following statements:

Gulf oil exports recovered to over 95 percent of pre-war levels in September.
The Strait of Hormuz accounts for approximately 20 percent of global crude and LNG supplies.
The Strait of Hormuz typically handles about 50 large commercial vessels a day.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (a) 2 only — Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The note states exports recovered to over 81 percent. Statement 3 is incorrect: The note states it typically handles about 125 large commercial vessels a day.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the impact of maritime security threats in the Strait of Hormuz on global energy supply chains and India's energy security.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Supply chain volatility: Escalating freight, insurance, and security costs for commercial shipping.
Geopolitical bypass: Saudi Arabia's reliance on East-West pipeline and ship-to-ship transfers to mitigate strait risks.

Keywords: Energy Security · Maritime Safety · Supply Chain Resilience · Geopolitical Risk · Trade Corridors

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