strategic

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Dubai owes much of its success to its strategic geographical position between Europe, Asia and Africa.

From Barron's

Three ships were also attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday after Iran had previously declared the strategic waterway was closed, sending global oil prices spiking.

From Barron's

An internal document in November listed Beyda as leading five of 16 new strategic initiatives, including updating the CDC’s agencywide response to outbreaks and crises, downsizing animal research and enhancing surveillance of novel pathogens.

From The Wall Street Journal

A 2014 civil war resulted in the Houthis seizing control of the capital, Sanaa, and large portions of northern and northwestern Yemen, including a strategic swath of the Red Sea coast.

From Los Angeles Times

There was no mention, however, of any military aid despite a strategic partnership treaty aimed at bolstering ties -- including in military matters -- both countries signed in 2025.

From Barron's