Trump’s 20% Hormuz toll jolts markets as Asia adapts to oil shock
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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The Trump administration's proposed 20% tariff on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz has triggered significant market volatility across Asian economies. However, the region is demonstrating resilience through strategic diversification of shipping routes and accelerated investment in artificial intelligence technologies. Asian nations are exploring alternative maritime pathways and leveraging tech innovation to mitigate potential economic disruptions from increased trade costs and supply chain vulnerabilities.
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