Former Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora has cautioned that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will not serve as an immediate "reset button" for the global economy.

Beirut, Lebanon

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Fouad Siniora

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When

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:13:02 GMT · 1h 58m ago

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Beirut, Lebanon ·

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Siniora emphasized that the inflationary shock caused by the closure of this vital maritime chokepoint has already become baked into global markets.

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The global economy is facing persistent inflationary pressures and elevated energy prices, even after the diplomatic resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a lasting economic impact for consumers and industries worldwide.

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https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/prices-are-inelastic-downwards-former-lebanese-pm-warns-hormuz-reopening-wont-provide-instant-economic-relief/
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