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news Project Syndicate 2026-05-20

UAE's Exit from OPEC Signals Potential Fragmentation in Middle East

The United Arab Emirates' decision to leave OPEC suggests a move away from the Saudi-led regional order, potentially leading to increased rivalries, proxy conflicts, and instability in the Middle East.

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