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Interoceanic Passages

Abivin

Israel experienced problems as a result, as Israeli ships were not allowed to pass through the canal. In 1956, Israel, France, and Britain invaded Egypt as a result. However, as tensions between Israel and the surrounding Arab countries grew in the 1960s, geopolitical issues persisted.

Panama 52
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Keep These 6 Geopolitical Supply Chain Risks on Your Radar in 2024

Resilinc

With the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, the Israel-Hamas War, and the crisis in the Red Sea, the shockwaves these conflicts sent throughout their nations and the world have been felt everywhere—especially in the supply chain. Israel-Hamas War The Israel-Hamas war has posed a serious threat to the global supply chains.

Russia 101
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High Seas Troubles Affect Global Supply Chains, Part One: Security Risks

Enterra Insights

In the South China Sea, Beijing has asserted sovereign control over parts that have long been international waters, while its push to reunite Taiwan with the mainland raises questions about future transit through the Taiwan Strait.” ” The Taiwan Strait is another area of contention. Which shipments are affected?

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How Blockchain Can Transform the Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

Currently, three partners in Israel and Taiwan accept this. They also allow the tracing of each product to its source. It is also secure and rapid – in minutes, compared to days for automated clearing house payments, for example. Bitcoin transfers specifically also offer lower fees. The advantage is in the cost savings.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

Already wobbling from the demands of arming Taiwan and Ukraine, American weapons makers have the added task of producing for Israel — while also rearming the U.S. Both versions of the can’t-fail National Defense Authorization Act contain provisions that require a certain percentage of American weapons be made domestically.

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FedEx Announces New March 2022 International Shipping Surcharges

Intelligent Audit

Parcel and freight exports from South Korea, Taiwan to Europe, MEISA, LAC 3 , and some APAC countries and territories 5 – Increasing $0.10 Exports from Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, China, and Vietnam to Europe, LAC 20 , MEISA, and some APAC countries and territories2 21 – Increasing $0.10

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Is Logistics Outsourcing Right for Your Company?

Supply Chain Movement

From local truck transportation to global supply chain management systems, from produce sourcing to consulting based on practical experience to outsourcing, C.H. Taiwan, Province of China. Integrated technology gathers data from all parts of the supply chain and provides full visibility to orders and costs. Iran, Islamic Republic of.