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DR trump

TheEvilMan — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:06:26 +0800

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one step closer to skynet

TheEvilMan — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:05:45 +0800

now with brain

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Oh no, freedom to Melaka?

TheEvilMan — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:30:09 +0800

https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/us-may-be-e...-india-11357758

Despite comparatively lower direct economic dependence, the United States views the strait through a strategic and military lens. Its narrow width at key points makes it both a potential bottleneck and a leverage point in any future conflict scenario.

US May Be Eyeing Strait Of Malacca After Hormuz. Why It Matters To India
Unlike Hormuz, the Strait of Malacca serves as a broader commercial lifeline

As tensions escalate around the Strait of Hormuz, where the US is intensifying pressure on Iranian-linked maritime activity, a parallel development in Southeast Asia is drawing attention. A fresh defence arrangement between the United States and Indonesia has triggered speculation that the US' focus may be widening toward the Strait of Malacca, which is another critical artery of global trade.

The agreement, finalised earlier this week, gives US military aircraft expanded operational access to Indonesia's airspace. Although it is officially framed as a step toward deeper defence cooperation, it could also enhance Washington's surveillance and operational reach over the Malacca Strait, which links the Indian Ocean with East Asia.

Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore collectively manage this passage, which facilitates a significant portion of global trade transit. However, the timing of the deal has raised questions about whether the US is recalibrating its Indo-Pacific strategy to secure key maritime chokepoints beyond the Middle East.

Malacca's Strategic Weight In Global Trade
Unlike Hormuz, which is central to global oil shipments, the Strait of Malacca serves as a broader commercial lifeline, facilitating the movement of energy supplies as well as manufactured goods, electronics and industrial components. It is significant because of the sheer volume of trade it handles, including a major share of global oil flows.

The corridor is especially crucial for East Asian economies. China, in particular, remains heavily reliant on this route for energy imports. This is a dependency long viewed in Beijing as a strategic vulnerability, often referred to as the "Malacca Dilemma".

Despite comparatively lower direct economic dependence, the United States views the strait through a strategic and military lens. Its narrow width at key points makes it both a potential bottleneck and a leverage point in any future conflict scenario.

India's Geographic Advantage And Growing Role
The evolving dynamics around the Malacca Strait also place India in a position of relevance. Located close to the western approaches of the strait, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands provide New Delhi with a natural vantage point over maritime traffic moving through the region.

India's military infrastructure, including its southernmost air station at Campbell Bay, enables monitoring of key sea lanes. Moreover, ongoing infrastructure initiatives in the region will further bolster India's maritime capabilities, strengthening its presence near one of the world's busiest shipping corridors.

This geographic proximity could contribute to a cooperation between the US and India, particularly in the context of balancing China's influence in the region.

Complex Regional Dynamics Could Challenge US Plans
Any expanded US role in the Strait of Malacca, however, would have to navigate a complex regional landscape. Indonesia and Malaysia share control over the strait, which has longstanding sensitivities regarding sovereignty and maritime boundaries.

Singapore, while controlling a smaller part of the strait, remains central to its commercial ecosystem due to its advanced port infrastructure and dominance in global shipping services, including bunkering operations. The maritime sector is a key pillar of its economy, making stability in regional shipping routes critical for it.

Recent global debates over maritime tolls and restrictions have also heightened concerns in Southeast Asia. Against this backdrop, Washington's evolving posture suggests a broader effort to secure multiple strategic corridors simultaneously.

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TheEvilMan — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:49:29 +0800

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wow china drones

TheEvilMan — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:00:31 +0800

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What is your June 2026 prediction

TheEvilMan — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:43:03 +0800

meanwhile lek lu,sap kok lu

will this reduce alzeimer patient in msia

TheEvilMan — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:47:34 +0800

I du

TheEvilMan — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:54:41 +0800

wah jay chao release new song, anniversary song for waifu, MV looks very rush, izzit last minute work because someone sing their lovey dovey duet song from past relationship and his bini mengamuk

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TheEvilMan — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:51:36 +0800

wrong section

not so hailat anymore

TheEvilMan — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:34:21 +0800

now become civilised design liao

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anyone use cainiao apps as forwarder before?

TheEvilMan — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:07:01 +0800

is it good?hows the rate? local losgitic by who?

see ppl recommend to use it for no-oversea purchases in TaoBao since final address will be ur cainiao id in cainiao warehouse

wil u allow kou jiao?

TheEvilMan — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:06 +0800

hngghhh

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/ketatrdxpert, why got two trump one

TheEvilMan — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:22:03 +0800

long ago when trump win erection firat time /ketatdxperts he is jere to stop jew world odour, but recently i see same /ketatrdxperts claim that trump is in cahoot with israel to continue jew world odour agenda, so which one is betui one ar?

mari tengok taco putar belit

TheEvilMan — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:08:09 +0800

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Why DJT no make nrw strategic move

TheEvilMan — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:22:48 +0800

couple of Asian countries had begin to sign deal with Russia to secure energy, DJT not making any move?

trumpet ask "allies" to open the strait

TheEvilMan — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:25:40 +0800

but imho the "allies" should start forming new alliance against trumpet to reopen strait instead

influenza say this beat every local smash

TheEvilMan — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:30:02 +0800

waiting for swine influenza review: really nice or not??!!!!

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wah Klang valley so clear

TheEvilMan — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:11:18 +0800

everyone jam kat NSE and Karak
tot fuel crisis?

gud news gud news

TheEvilMan — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:29:57 +0800

soon iran will become like plus highway liao u want pass by straits u pay tolls

but does msia included in frenly list or not

https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/3/18...rmuz-data-shows

mama mia bon apedick

TheEvilMan — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:11:22 +0800

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