UPSC CSE Prelims 2007
The Strait of Malacca is a crucial maritime passage situated between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. It serves as one of the world's busiest shipping lanes and a significant chokepoint. Singapore is strategically located at the southern extremity of the Malay Peninsula, precisely at the eastern entrance to the Strait of Malacca. Its geographical position makes it a major global port and a vital hub for international shipping routes traversing the strait.