- Which region is globally significant because of its strategic location, its major oil reserve and its historic importance as the birthplace of three major religions?

The region in question is the Middle East (Southwest Asia).

Explanation:

The Middle East is a region of great importance, both historically and in the present. The importance of this region can be seen in its strategic location, oil, and gas reserves, as well as being the birthplace of three major religions. Unfortunately, all of these things have also been the reason for continuous conflict.

The location of this region is so important strategically because it is the region that connects Europe, Asia, and Africa. The oil and natural gas reserves are among the highest in the world, meaning it is a center of the global economy.The Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, have all arose in this region, making it a whole area for billions of people.

The answer is Contrasting