As the Iran war tightens regional fuel supplies, the Philippines has declared a national energy emergency – and officials warn the shock could spiral into a broader energy crisis across Asia
Iran’s escalating conflict is disrupting key shipping routes, snarling global supply chains and driving up costs for South Korean beauty products, instant ramen and fast-fashion retailers.
The U.S. has renewed its West Asia travel alert, warning citizens that tensions with Iran could flare up quickly – potentially disrupting regional security and throwing travel plans into disarray
A growing conflict around Iran is snarling vital shipping lanes, hammering Asia’s polyester industry and threatening to choke off supply lines for global fast‑fashion brands, industry analysts and traders warn
Escalating tensions in the Gulf – sparked by US and Israeli confrontations with Iran – are threatening vital shipping lanes and igniting fears of supply disruptions and soaring prices that could shove Southeast Asia’s fragile food security to the brink