Hormuz: FAO Calls for Alternative Trade Routes to

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) urged countries to develop alternative trade routes for agricultural goods after the Strait of Hormuz—a critical chokepoint for global oil and food shipments—became vulnerable to disruptions from geopolitical tensions and security threats. The call emphasizes diversifying maritime corridors, expanding overland rail and road links, and investing in port infrastructure to ensure stable food‑supply chains and reduce reliance on a single narrow passage. Views Nigeria