Published: Apr 28, 2026, 22:23 IST | Updated: Apr 28, 2026, 22:23 IST
United Arab Emirates is set to leave both OPEC and OPEC+ from May 1, marking a major shift in global energy politics. The move could reshape oil production strategies, influence crude prices, and alter alliances within the world’s biggest oil-producing bloc. Analysts say the decision reflects the UAE’s growing focus on independent energy policies and long-term economic diversification.