Q. Approximately, what percent of worldwide trade passes through the Suez Canal that has been recently disrupted by attacks in the Red Sea?
Answer:
12%
Notes: 12% of worldwide trade passes through the Suez Canal, which handles ship passages between Asia and Europe. The canal has faced disruptions after recent attacks by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group on ships in the Red Sea. This has choked trade and prompted the establishment of a naval task force for safe passage. The hostilities impact the movement of global goods, causing supply chain backups and shortages. The attacks are part of the ongoing conflict between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen. The location of the Suez Canal makes the disruptions strategically important.