Strait of Malacca

The Malacca Strait, spanning 500 miles (800 kilometers) in length and ranging from 40 to 155 miles (65–250 kilometers) wide, is situated between Sumatra in Indonesia to the southwest and the Malay Peninsula (Peninsular Malaysia) to the northeast. It serves as the crucial link connecting the Andaman Sea (Indian Ocean) with the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea (Pacific Ocean).

Renowned as the primary shipping thoroughfare linking the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea, it stands as one of the world's most significant maritime passages. From both economic and strategic standpoints, the Strait of Malacca holds utmost importance as a primary shipping route connecting major economies across Asia, including India, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, China, Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea. This strait forms a vital segment of the Maritime Silk Road.

Strait of Malacca (Credits: Encyclopaedia Britannica)