FAO warns Strait of Hormuz blockade could trigger global food crisis

The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has warned that a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could lead to a global food crisis. The UN agency said a complete worldwide food crisis could emerge within six to 12 months if the strategic waterway were blocked. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical shipping route through which approximately 20 percent of global oil and petroleum products pass, connecting the Persian Gulf to international waters. Any disruption to this vital passage could significantly impact global food supply chains by affecting transportation costs and availability of essential resources needed for agricultural production and food distribution.