Why UAE's OPEC exit is a blow to Saudi Arabia
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 03:02 UTC
- Sources: Deutsche Welle
The United Arab Emirates' decision to leave OPEC to pump more oil on its own terms has stripped Saudi Arabia of a key partner, adding to growing uncertainty over the cartel's future.
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