Taiwan's energy vulnerability exposed by Strait of Hormuz blockade

A US-led strike on Iran has led to Iran blocking the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting oil and gas shipments and causing international oil prices to surge. Taiwan's government initially downplayed the impact, but later acknowledged seeking alternative energy sources as Qatar, a major gas supplier, suspended production. The article criticizes Taiwan's reliance on imported natural gas with only eleven days of reserves, highlighting the vulnerability of its energy policy to international conflicts.