With reference to the Strait of Hormuz and global energy trade, consider the following statements: 1. Gulf oil exports recovered to over 95 percent of pre-war levels in September. 2. The Strait of Hormuz accounts for approximately 20 percent of global crude and LNG supplies. 3. The Strait of Hormuz typically handles about 50 large commercial vessels a day. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Gulf oil exports recovered to over 81 percent of pre-war levels in September

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· External sector, trade & FDI· Prelims· 6 October 2026

Energy security and maritime trade corridors: a key GS3 topic regarding global supply chain resilience.

Why in news

Kpler reported that Gulf oil exports recovered to over 81 percent of pre-war levels in September despite escalating maritime attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

Background

The Strait of Hormuz typically handles about 125 large commercial vessels a day, accounting for 20 percent of global crude and LNG supplies. Saudi Arabia utilizes the East-West pipeline and ship-to-ship transfers to bypass the strait.

Facts for Prelims

FactGulf oil exports recovered to over 81 percent of pre-war levels in September.
FactStrait of Hormuz shipments account for approximately 20 percent of global crude and liquefied natural gas supplies.
PlaceStrait of Hormuz: Critical energy corridor and maritime passage.
FactKpler: Maritime intelligence firm reporting oil export data.
FactSaudi Arabia uses the East-West pipeline and ship-to-ship transfers to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the Strait of Hormuz and global energy trade, consider the following statements:

Gulf oil exports recovered to over 95 percent of pre-war levels in September.
The Strait of Hormuz accounts for approximately 20 percent of global crude and LNG supplies.
The Strait of Hormuz typically handles about 50 large commercial vessels a day.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (a) 2 only — Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The note states exports recovered to over 81 percent. Statement 3 is incorrect: The note states it typically handles about 125 large commercial vessels a day.

For Mains

Q. Analyze the geopolitical and economic implications of maritime security threats in the Strait of Hormuz on global energy supply chains.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Supply chain vulnerability: High freight, insurance, and security costs impacting global oil prices
Geopolitical bypass: Strategic use of East-West pipeline and ship-to-ship transfers to mitigate maritime blockades

Keywords: Energy Security · Supply Chain · Maritime Trade · Geopolitics · Trade Barriers

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