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France 24 • April 29, 2026 09:24

Why is the UAE choosing to leave OPEC?

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OPEC faces a double crisis as it manages both the energy shock caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the departure of the UAE. Also in this edition: Airbus reports some disappointing quarterly results. Plus, OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma is sentenced to $5.5 billion in fines for its role in the deadly opioid crisis in the US.

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Why is the UAE choosing to leave OPEC?

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The United ‌Arab Emirates has announced it’s withdrawing from OPEC and OPEC+.

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12:58

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12:58

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12:58

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