For leaders still waiting for the world to ‘return to normal’, this is a clarifying moment. The Strait of Hormuz closure serves as a reminder that global supply chains run geographically, and geography is never neutral. Global uncertainty often creates pull factors for investment here. Successful ASEAN companies must act simultaneously at three levels. For Thailand and ASEAN, global reconfiguration highlights the importance of acting with foresight.

Source: Bangkok Post April 08, 2026 03:45 UTC