Qatar Boosts LNG Traffic Via Hormuz as Global Shortage Bites
Qatar has increased LNG tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to its highest level in more than two months, with at least four laden carriers departing and two entering the Persian Gulf in the past week. One shipment arrived on India's west coast. Traffic remains far below pre-war levels, but the increase comes as European and Asian gas prices have surged to their highest since 2022.
Why it matters: This matters for the theme of energy security, as Qatar's increased LNG traffic through Hormuz aims to ease a global supply crunch despite ongoing risks.