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trade surplus - how much its exports exceed imports - at just over $50bn (£36.85bn), the lowest number in more than a year. The surge in the value of imports is likely
import and export restrictions and to notify and consult each other on any disruptions with ramifications on the trade of energy and food related supplies. > > We call on other trading partners to join
globally traded oil normally transits, “as a pressure point” in negotiations, calling it perhaps the “most important bargaining chip”. ## ‘Start dropping bombs again’ Mediators have been pushing for a second round of US-Iran peace
strait of Hormuz, and has vowed to retaliate against the threat of US tariffs. Meanwhile, the US treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, accused China on Tuesday of being an “unreliable global partner” for stockpiling oil. China
Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. says about 90% of Iran's economy relies on international trade by sea, and now that pathway is completely cut off. Estrin says a question remains as to whether this
Strait of Hormuz, a key route for jet fuel out of the Gulf, has been effectively closed by Iran for more than six weeks in response to US and Israeli attacks, sending the price rocketing
global energy and trade flowing freely again," Starmer said in a statement ahead of the summit. Trump has criticized European countries for rejecting or hesitating to get involved in the war with Iran
global energy and trade flowing freely again," Starmer said in a statement ahead of the summit. Trump has criticized European countries for rejecting or hesitating to get involved in the war with Iran
strait of Hormuz is reopened.” Which means despite the IMF’s grim warnings, investors have “already decided that the risk of recession is receding”. [Sign up for the Breaking News Australia email](https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=copyembed&CMP=emailbutton)
important economic integration projects that would guarantee development and stability. In the present moment, the GCC must continue to make clear its categorical rejection of any attempt to seize control of the Strait of Hormuz
import, export and transit of defence and military equipment”, among other things. The memorandum was set to automatically renew every five years “unless a written notice of intention to denounce is given
important maritime routes in the world. Since the start of the war, access to the strait has been heavily restricted, with periods of partial or [near-total closure](/news/2026/4/18/iran-closes-strait-of-hormuz-again-over-us-blockade-of-its-ports). The exact origin of the name
strait of Hormuz has led to a rise in energy prices, raising inflation forecasts, borrowing rates and the [likelihood of a global recession.](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/apr/14/iran-war-global-recession-imf-uk-growth-forecasts-oil-prices) Market jitters have also amplified existing concerns about whether
trade’ into Iran, as Trump hints at return to talks in Pakistan The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said any US-Iran agreement to end the war **must include “very detailed” measures
trade analytics firm Kpler. "They're in a worse position than anyone else." In Europe, one group rang alarm bells. The Airports Council International Europe, a group representing airport operators, sent a letter
strait of Hormuz? Well it was open at the beginning of this conflict,” Reeves added. The chancellor said there was confusion about Trump’s aims for the conflict, which had destabilised the world economy. Entering
global energy crunch and increasing the likelihood of renewed fighting. Here is what you need to know: ## What has Iran said? Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday said the strait would be open
Hormuz, a crucial shipping lane through which much of the world’s oil and goods pass, Lammy flew to Washington last week to hold talks with JD Vance, the US vice-president, and the secretary
imports to continue in the area of the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman and the Red Sea,” Abdollahi, whose organisation has been running the war and influencing political decision-making, was quoted as saying
trade by sea. The U.S. blockade of Iranian ports entered into force on Monday following face-to-face negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials in Islamabad to end the war. According to Trump, the meeting