Why oil investors fear the next toll fight could be the Strait of Malacca

The Strait of Hormuz could face transit fees, according to reports. Investors have expressed concern that such a fee structure could be applied to other major maritime passages, including the Strait of Malacca. About 21 percent of global petroleum traded passes through the Strait of Hormuz annually. The Strait of Malacca handles approximately 25 percent of global maritime trade.

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