As tensions rise across strategic waterways, Bangladesh must prepare for a potential maritime chokepoint crisis in the Bay of Bengal.

Bangladesh’s decision to join a Saudi Arabia-led maritime security coalition underscores Dhaka’s commitment to protecting global sea lanes while carefully balancing relations with competing regional powers, analysts say.

Bangladesh and Japan have recently discussed the issues of maritime security and marine environment protection and will undertake an action plan in light of the discussion.

In the midst of escalating tension between the United States and Iran, India deploys two of its warships in the Gulf region to reassure Indian-flag carrying vessels sailing through the region about security.