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India's West Asia exports reached USD 5.30 billion in May, almost returning to pre-war levels, by rerouting shipments through Oman's Duqm, Sohar, and Salalah ports due to the Strait of Hormuz closure.
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New Delhi, Oman, Strait of Hormuz, West Asia
Who
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal, India, US President Donald Trump
What
India's West Asia exports reached USD 5.30 billion in May, almost returning to pre-war levels, by rerouting shipments through Oman's Duqm, Sohar, and Salalah ports due to the Strait of Hormuz closure.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:09:51 GMT · 3h 32m ago
Where
New Delhi, Oman, Strait of Hormuz, West Asia ·
Why
The Strait of Hormuz was effectively closed due to a joint US-Israel military campaign against Iran, which began in February, leading Indian exporters to find alternative routes to maintain trade.
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How this affects you
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz significantly disrupted India's trade with West Asia, causing over 50% drops in March, but strategic rerouting through Omani ports has almost restored export volumes by May. A recently announced peace deal between Washington and Tehran could soon reopen the Strait, further stabilizing trade and supply chains.
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