Egypt Built a Canal the World Stopped Using

Egypt spent $8.5 billion expanding the Suez Canal to handle more ships and secure its future as the world's most important trade route. But after the Red Sea crisis, global shipping companies rerouted around Africa, leaving the canal with far fewer ships and billions in lost revenue. In this video, we explore why the New Suez Canal struggled to deliver on its promise and what it means for the future of global trade. 00:00 Egypt Built a Canal the World Stopped Using 01:28 Inside Egypt's New Suez Canal 03:25 Why the Suez Canal Couldn't Deliver 05:30 How the Red Sea Crisis Changed Everything 07:30 Why Ships Are Bypassing the Suez Canal 09:41 The Future of the Suez Canal Subscribe for more megaproject documentaries:    / @unthinkablebuild   ──────────────────── Fair Use Disclaimer: This video contains copyrighted material used under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act under fair use for documentary, educational, commentary, and analytical purposes. The content is transformative in nature. All rights belong to their respective owners. For concerns, contact: [email protected]