Saudi-Pak Vs UAE: did this secret rivalry force Abu Dhabi out of world’s most powerful oil cartel?

The UAE’s dramatic exit from OPEC after 58 years has sent shockwaves across global oil markets. Emirati journalist Mohamed Al-Hammadi says the move was carefully timed to boost production without disrupting prices. He linked the decision to regional tensions, including the US-Israeli war on Iran, Gulf attacks, and the Strait of Hormuz closure. With nearly 1.5 million barrels per day restricted under OPEC+, the UAE now aims to maximize output, protect consumers, and strengthen its economic independence while keeping oil prices stable and markets reassured.