Gulf countries seek new routes for 'black gold' to free themselves from the Strait of Hormuz
- Posted on August 27, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
Middle Eastern oil-producing nations are accelerating strategic pipeline infrastructure projects to reduce dependency on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint vulnerable to geopolitical disruptions. Following escalating US-Iran tensions, Gulf states are investing in alternative export routes to secure energy supply chains and enhance economic resilience. These infrastructure initiatives aim to diversify transportation networks and diminish regional vulnerability to maritime disruptions.
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Gulf countries seek new routes for 'black gold' to free themselves from the Strait of Hormuz
Pipeline projects are taking shape to allow the region's oil powers to move their production after six months of heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington.
