The Persian Gulf countries are evaluating the possibility of creating an alternative infrastructure network to transport their oil, thus reducing their dependence on the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important-and also most vulnerable-maritime routes for energy trade
According to information published by the Financial Times and reported by the Jerusalem Post, the idea is not limited to building a single new pipeline or expanding existing ones.
The plans involve a larger combination: pipelines, roads, railways, and other means of transport that would allow oil to be taken directly from the Gulf to other destinations without having to cross the strait.
The Strait of Hormuz, located between Iran and Oman, is the main route through which much of the oil produced in the region passes before reaching international markets.
Any disruption there-whether due to conflicts, attacks, or political tensions-can severely affect the global energy supply and cause price increases.
Countries like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates already have some limited alternative routes, such as pipelines that carry oil to ports on the Red Sea or in the Gulf of Oman.
However, these routes are still insufficient to replace the enormous volume that currently depends on the strait.
This initiative reflects growing concerns about energy security at a time of instability in the region.
By investing in a more diversified network of pipelines, trains, and highways, Gulf countries seek to protect their exports and ensure greater stability for the global oil supply.
This discussion gains even more relevance amidst recent tensions in the Middle East, reinforcing the importance of safer and more independent routes for energy transportation.
Published in 04/02/2026 10h15
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