TOKYO -- Japan's trade minister on Monday warned of potential supply chain disruptions following the capture of a cargo ship operated by Nippon Yusen, or NYK Line, by Yemen-based, Iran-backed Houthi militants.
Crude oil and LNG imports not affected for the time being
The British-owned Galaxy Leader, operated by NYK Line, was captured in the Red Sea. © Reuters
TOKYO -- Japan's trade minister on Monday warned of potential supply chain disruptions following the capture of a cargo ship operated by Nippon Yusen, or NYK Line, by Yemen-based, Iran-backed Houthi militants.