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UAE quits OPEC and OPEC+ as Strait of Hormuz tightens and energy crunch bites globally
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Published on 28 April 2026
UAE’s exit could signal a Gulf coordination fracture brewing
The UAE has reportedly exited both OPEC and OPEC+, marking a sharp turn in its energy strategy. The move comes as geopolitical tensions around Iran and disruptions tied to the Strait of Hormuz strain supply and unsettle global markets. Analysts say it may reflect weakening coordination among Gulf producers amid a worsening global energy crunch.
- UAE’s reported exit from OPEC and OPEC+ changes regional energy strategy
- Tensions near Iran and the Strait of Hormuz are adding pressure to supplies
- The decision hints at weaker coordination among Gulf oil producers
- Markets face added uncertainty as the global energy crunch deepens
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