Event Brief
UAE to exit Opec, effective May 1
Filed: Apr 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Summary: The UAE announced it will leave Opec and Opec+ effective May 1 after reviewing its production policy.
WHO: UAE Ministry of Infrastructure
WHAT: UAE decision to exit Opec and Opec+ effective May 1
WHEN: Apr 28, 2026 at 10:16 AM ET
WHERE: United Arab Emirates
WHY: It followed a comprehensive review of production policy and capacity based on national interests.
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