The crisis in the Red Sea is intensifying, and the "3D" model highlights the endless sea war, the cutting of submarine cables, and the challenge of ecology. According to several agencies, at least four Asia-Europe communication cables passing through the Red Sea have been damaged, directly affecting 25% of data traffic between Asia and Europe. At the same time, the attacks also threaten the ecological environment of the Red Sea and pose a problem for regional stability and international communication cooperation.
This incident has aroused deep concern in the industry. Since the eastern part of the Red Sea is controlled by Yemen** and the western part is controlled by Yemen's Houthi rebels, it is common to apply for permits from both sides for safety when laying cables. In addition, operating in risky waters is costly and dangerous, and the cost of insurance for the vessel can be as high as $150,000 per day.
The Red Sea is considered one of the three most important cable junctions in the world. About 17% of the world's internet traffic is transmitted through underwater communication cables in the Red Sea. The cable damage highlights the fragility of global communications at critical junctures and reminds us of the importance of international cooperation. It is worth noting that the Red Sea is also a key area for marine ecological protection, and any pollution incident will have an irreversible impact on the ecological environment and marine biodiversity.
In the case of the Red Sea crisis, the solution is very difficult. The delay in the situation in the Red Sea has brought great damage to the interests of the countries of the region, especially Egypt. The situation of the Red Sea crisis has also caused a non-negligible impact on the global economy by hurting international shipping companies.
Some people in the industry said that the Red Sea crisis still has a complex system and linkage, and only when all parties in the region can re-reach consensus on their respective demands and actions can regional peace and stability be effectively guaranteed.