Malacca Strait

The Malacca Strait is a narrow, vital waterway between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. It serves as one of the world's busiest shipping routes, connecting the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea and beyond. This strait facilitates the transportation of goods, especially oil and container ships, between Asia and global markets. Its strategic importance also makes it a focus for regional security and maritime navigation. Despite its relatively small size, the Malacca Strait plays a crucial role in international trade and regional geopolitics.