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Chokepoints

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Title
Chokepoints
Description
The PortWatch chokepoints database includes 28 major global chokepoints along with other [associated information](https://portwatch.imf.org/datasets/fa9a5800b0ee4855af8b2944ab1e07af/about). This dataset refers to narrow, strategic maritime passage like a strait or canal that is critical for global shipments. These are points where large volumes of traffic must pass, making them vulnerable to disruptions from factors like geopolitical conflict, natural disasters, or accidents. PortWatch specifically tracks and analyzes data related to these chokepoints.
Creator
UN Global Platform; IMF PortWatch
Publisher
Humanitarian Data Exchange
Temporal Coverage
2023-09-08 to 2026-01-13
Date Issued
2025-12-03
Access Rights
Public
Date Added
January 15, 2026
Provenance Statement
The metadata for this resource was last retrieved from Humanitarian Data Exchange on 2026-01-15.

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Cite and Reference

  • Citation
    UN Global Platform; IMF PortWatch (2025). Chokepoints. Humanitarian Data Exchange. (dataset)
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