Hilal Al-Tahan
Hilal Al-Tahan is an economic expert who has warned about the implications of a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its critical role in global oil exports. He has indicated that such an event would significantly disrupt the Gulf region and increase shipping and insurance costs, affecting countries like Iraq, Kuwait, and Bahrain, which rely heavily on oil revenues.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iraq | 1 | 4.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 40,222,493 | 57,053 | $170,000 | 241$ |
| Totals | 1 | 40,222,493 | 57,053 | $170,000 | 241$ |
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Iraq:
Economist Hilal Al-Tahan described the cancellation as 'ill-considered'.
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Iraq:
Economist Hilal Al-Tahan stated that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz would paralyze the entire Gulf region.
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