Hormuz No Longer Default? Gulf Trade Eyes NEOM Route Amid Iran War

The evolving trade architecture also aligns with larger initiatives such as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), which aims to integrate ports, rail, and energy infrastructure across the region. The project, backed by multiple global stakeholders, is gaining renewed attention as countries seek resilient supply chains amid conflict-driven uncertainty. Its success, however, will depend on political alignment across key regional players.