Maersk reports a shift to Suez and adjustments to West African services
On 9 November Maersk reported that its India–Europe ME1 service was shifting to Suez and that Hormuz cargo remained subject to separate operating updates.
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South and Southeast Asia, Oceania
Shipping networks serving India are adapting to changing Gulf routes. In Nepal and Afghanistan, previously reported recovery and basic support depend on delivery to communities.
Nepal flood recovery needs reach $4.7 billion
The UN reported on 5 November that August floods damaged homes, power grids and 115 bridges. Estimated recovery costs are $4.7 billion.
Original source ↗Afghan services face rising returns and falling aid
The UN humanitarian coordinator said on 6 November that 6.7 million Afghans had returned since 2020, while humanitarian funding received so far in 2026 stood at$570 million, compared with$2 billion in 2023.
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