UAE Leaves OPEC and OPEC+ Amid Global Oil Producers' Group Blow
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 00:03 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
The UAE has left the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, citing a lack of protection from Iranian attacks. This move is seen as a significant blow to the global oil producers' group.
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