Escalating conflict involving Iran is raising new concerns for Japan. The country relies heavily on energy imports from the Middle East, much of it shipped through the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints. This episode examines why Japan is particularly vulnerable to disruptions in the region and what a prolonged conflict could mean for energy prices, the economy and national security.  

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