Why can't we directly use an AMI created in one region to launch an instance in another?

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Mahesh B · Accepted Answer

AMIs are region-specific, ensuring data consistency, availability, and compatibility with local resources. To launch an instance in another region, you must first copy the AMI to that region.

Why can't we directly use an AMI created in one region to launch an instance in another?

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