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India’s Chabahar Plans Stumble After US Waiver Reversal
US rescinds Chabahar port sanctions waiver, impacting India, Afghanistan, and shifting South Asia’s trade dynamics.
22 February 2025, Saturday
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Nautical Watch
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Market Muse
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Asia
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Newsroom
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Newsroom
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America
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Newsroom
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