Strait of Hormuz closure delivers tough lessons on energy security

The recent disruption to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz sent shockwaves far beyond oil and gas markets. The effects quickly rippled through global shipping, industrial supply chains and household bills, while adding to inflationary and fiscal pressures. But the crisis also reinforced an urgent reality: For many countries, the energy transition — the shift from fossil fuels to renewable sources — is as much about security and economic resilience as it is about sustainability.