The Red Sea: Iran's Next Deterrence Strategy
The Red Sea: Iran's Next Deterrence Strategy
The Islamabad memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on 17 June 2026 ended the initial phase of the Middle East conflict but left control of the Strait of Hormuz deliberately unresolved: it committed Iran only to "best efforts" for safe passage, with a 60-day suspension of transit fees which implicitly provided an opportunity for Iran to reintroduce charges once the window closed.
Middle East Supply Chains: The Suez Canal
Middle East Supply Chains: The Suez Canal - This report looks at the Suez Canal, examining the current issues and challenges that it faces as a vital supply route.
Americas Supply Chains
This report assesses the present risks to supply chains in the Americas, forecasting the potential for disruptions heading into 2025 and beyond.
Supply Chain Risks in the Asia-Pacific
This report examines critical supply chain risks in the Asia-Pacific region, covering issues including geopolitical tensions, climate change, and AI. It explores how these challenges affect business operations and outlines strategies for companies to adapt and ensure resilient, sustainable supply chains.
Global Supply Chain Risks in the Red Sea
In this report we examine risks caused by Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. The report aims to analyse key factors influencing supply chain resilience and outlines strategies for risk mitigation.