commerce
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This collapse of commerce is a consequence of Iran’s ability to harass civilian tankers so much that shipping companies no longer view the journey as worth the cost.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
This practice stood in contrast to the prohibition against plundering civilian property on land because of the recognition of the integral relationship between maritime commerce and war.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
The White House characterized the meeting as “good” as it stressed commerce between the two countries and Xi’s opposition to Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
"That'll be one important deliverable for the US and the other is to set up the 'Board of Trade'," added Padilla, a former US commerce and trade official.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
His model was England, with its national bank, regulated commerce, and powerful finance ministers.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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