Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have turned one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes into a potential flashpoint, but a Pakistan-flagged tanker, The Karachi, has successfully passed through the volatile waters, highlighting Islamabad’s efforts to safeguard its vital energy supply routes amid regional uncertainty.

In this episode of “The Blue Newsroom hosted by Amber Shamsi,” Nukta Pakistan’s editor takes a closer look at the strategic dynamics unfolding at sea, speaking with retired Rear Admiral Javaid Iqbal about Pakistan’s reported maritime coordination with Iran, the role of Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr, and how the Pakistan Navy’s capabilities — including mine-sweeping and escort operations — are being positioned to secure shipping lanes and protect the country’s growing blue economy.