Business in Times of War: An Asian Perspective

Business in Times Of War: An Asian Perspective

The world watched with bated breaths as US President threatened that "whole civilisation will die tonight” unless Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz with immediate effect.
Although the move saw condemnation from across the globe, yet it led to the two sparring countries ultimately reaching a much-anticipated ceasefire. Earlier on March 8, both countries agreed that for two weeks guaranteed safe passage would be allowed for maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Although this does not signify the end of the war, yet it could be the beginning of the end. However, Iran has publicly stated that “this does not signify the termination of the war”. "Our hands remain upon the trigger, and should the slightest error be committed by the enemy, it shall be met with full force," Iran's Supreme National Security Council said.

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The world watched with bated breaths as US President threatened that "whole civilisation will die tonight” unless Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz with immediate effect.

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Business in Times of War: An Asian Perspective - 2026

The world watched with bated breaths as US President threatened that "whole civilisation will die tonight” unless Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz with immediate effect.

Although the move saw condemnation from across the globe, yet it led to the two sparring countries ultimately reaching a much-anticipated ceasefire. Earlier on March 8, both countries agreed that for two weeks guaranteed safe passage would be allowed for maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Although this does not signify the end of the war, yet it could be the beginning of the end. However, Iran has publicly stated that “this does not signify the termination of the war”. "Our hands remain upon the trigger, and should the slightest error be committed by the enemy, it shall be met with full force," Iran's Supreme National Security Council said.

However, this announcement was enough to bring a ray of hope to the Asian markets as oil prices finally dropped. Markets across Asia saw an upswing on Wednesday.

Business in Times of War: An Asian Perspective - 2026

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