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Goh Miah Kiat

Person · Ceo · Malaysia · 28 dispatches indexed · last seen May 11, 2026
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Geopolitical Economics
Iran proposes to reopen Strait of Hormuz without nuclear agreement

Iran proposed ending its Strait of Hormuz blockade without addressing its nuclear program, while seeking U.S. sanctions relief, amid ongoing regional tensions that killed thousands and disrupted global trade and supply chains.

The Independent · Apr 27
Geopolitical Economics
Not even condoms are spared from price increases

Middle East tensions disrupted global condom supply chains, prompting major manufacturer Karex to warn of potential 30% price increases due to blocked maritime routes, rising logistics costs, and simultaneous 30% demand surge from consumers seeking pregnancy prevention amid economic uncertainty.

Diario El Dia - · Apr 23
Geopolitical Economics
Iran Conflict Drives Up Condom Prices by 30%

Global condom manufacturer Karex raised prices 20-30% due to Iran conflict disrupting supply chains and raising material and shipping costs, while demand surged 30% but global supply declined from reduced foreign aid funding.

Tuoi Tre · Apr 22
Geopolitical Economics
Why the war in Iran is driving up condom prices

Global condom manufacturer Karex plans price increases up to 30% due to Iran-related supply chain disruptions affecting petroleum derivatives, impacting major brands like Durex and public health systems worldwide.

Ta Nea · Apr 22
Geopolitical Economics
War makes love more expensive: condom prices may rise by up to 30%

Karex, producing one-fifth of global condoms, anticipates price increases up to 30 percent due to Middle East conflict disrupting maritime transport and raising raw material costs, potentially triggering shortages and job losses.

La Jornada · Apr 25