Chokepoint tolls - The spread of a bad idea

In this week’s episode:Shipowner groups implore the United Nations and the International Maritime Organization to stop Iran from imposing a toll on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz and point to the fear of the practice spreading. But will it and what would it cost? Read more: Shipowners unite against domino effect of Strait of Hormuz tollsRead more: Iran and Oman agree transport plan for Strait of HormuzChina has brought its Arctic information services into one portal for its shipping community. It includes route services through the Northern Sea Route and how to liaise with Russia on transits.What does this mean and will it have an impact on Arctic policy in other countries and on other trade routes?Read more: China quietly strengthens its Arctic shipping toolkitRead more: Russian tankers dodge multiple flash points as they head for Northern Sea RouteProducer and host: Craig EasonAdditional reporting: Paul Peachey, Huaqing Ma and Yannick GuerryA TradeWinds/DN Media podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.