The war in Iran is dominating headlines with the impact on shipping and trade high up the agenda.

In this episode, Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News speaks with Punit Oza, Founder of Maritime NXT, about the ongoing war in Iran and its significant implications for global trade. They discuss the changing geopolitical landscape, the role of misinformation in modern conflicts, and how the effective closure of Strait of Hormuz is affecting energy supplies and food security.

The discussion between Punit and Marcus covers:

The changing nature of the Middle East and US involvement in oil trade

Role of misinformation and social media in modern warfare

Direct economic and trade impacts of the conflict

Indirect economic challenges

A revival of renewable energy due to high prices

Who are the beneficiaries of the war?

The long term impact on geopolitical and trade relationships

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