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(4 articles)March Imports Surge as Iran Conflict Strains Supply Chains
March import volumes have surged as supply chain participants rush to secure goods ahead of anticipated Middle East supply chain disruptions stemming from Iran-related geopolitical tensions. The furni
Supply Chain Strain Hits 2-Year High: Firms Stockpile Amid Uncertainty
Global supply chain conditions have deteriorated to levels not seen since the 2022 crisis period, according to the GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index. The surge in volatility reflects a critical
Middle East Conflict Strains Global Supply Chains Despite Industrial Growth
While industrial output continues to grow in key markets, the ongoing Middle East conflict is creating significant strain on global supply chain infrastructure. Shipping routes, port operations, and l
Global Supply Chains Strain: Ministers Push for Resilient Transitions
The UN Trade and Development agency (UNCTAD) has highlighted escalating pressures on global supply chains, prompting international ministers to collectively advocate for structural reforms that balanc