UK residents warned of black tea shortage due to Houthi attacks

Published 2024년 2월 13일

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The UK's supply of black tea is under threat due to escalating Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, causing potential price inflation and a decrease in product variety. The Institute of Export and International Trade warns that these import disruptions could last for several months. Despite this, the Houthis claim they do not plan to block the Red Sea or the Bab El-Mandeb Strait, but are only targeting ships linked to or heading towards Israel.

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UK residents are facing a shortage of black tea due to the worsening situation in the Red Sea. Because of the Houthi attacks, prices for the British favorite drink could jump, the Times writes. Retailers claim that supply disruptions will not be significant for customers, but experts predict an increase in the cost of tea, price inflation and a reduction in assortment. The Institute of Export and International Trade believes that problems with the import of the drink will last for many months for the United Kingdom. The Houthis, meanwhile, said they do not ...

Source: Otr-online