Suez Canal Facts and Figures

The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean, facilitating direct trade between Asia and Europe. Constructed under French influence and inaugurated in 1869, it was nationalized by Egypt in 1956. The canal is crucial for global trade, especially under China's Belt and Road Initiative. Recent expansions have increased its capacity and reduced transit times. The canal significantly contributes to Egypt's economy, with plans for a museum to celebrate its history.

What two bodies of water does the Suez Canal connect?

• Black Sea and Caspian Sea

• Pacific Ocean and Red Sea

• Mediterranean Sea and Indian Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea

Who was the key figure behind the construction of the Suez Canal?

• Winston Churchill

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Gamal Abdul Nasser

• Ferdinand de Lesseps

In what year was the Suez Canal nationalized?

• 2020

• 2015

• 1956

• 1869

Which country is the largest investor in the Suez Canal economic zone?

• Germany

• China

• India

• United States

What initiative is the Suez Canal a major point of trade for?

• Belt and Road Initiative

• Trans-Pacific Partnership

• European Union Trade Agreement

• North American Free Trade Agreement

What was the main purpose of the 2015 expansion of the Suez Canal?

• To increase tourism

• To allow military ships

• To accommodate larger ships and increase traffic

• To build a new city

How much has the passage time for ships been reduced after the canal's expansion?

• From 22 hours to 11 hours

• From 30 hours to 15 hours

• From 18 hours to 9 hours

• From 24 hours to 12 hours

Approximately how many ships have passed through the Suez Canal since its inauguration?

• 2 million

• 3 million

• 1.3 million

• 500,000

What percentage of total maritime trade does the Suez Canal represent?

• 5%

• 9%

• 15%

• 20%

What significant event related to the Suez Canal is planned for 2020?

• Launch of a new trade agreement

• Opening of a new shipping lane

• Inauguration of a museum

• Construction of a new port