About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of the Hormuz blockade on Iran and U.S. alliances, along with the ongoing promotion of climate credentials by companies amidst political pressure.

Washington is betting that cutting off Iran’s access to a critical chokepoint will force concessions, but the early impact is being felt far beyond Tehran. Also, companies are still promoting their climate credentials, despite political pressure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Dow Jones Risk Journal

Topics covered

• Iran
• U.S. Alliances
• Climate Credentials
• Political Pressure
• Chokepoint

Keywords

• Iran
• Hormuz
• U.S. Alliances
• Climate Credentials
• Political Pressure

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Washington

Places: Iran, Hormuz

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