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UAE energy minister says no direct consultations held on leaving OPEC, including with Saudi Arabia
UAE Energy Minister tells Reuters that leaving OPEC and OPEC+ gives the United Arab Emirates flexibility as it has no obligations under the group, and says the country did not directly consult others, including Saudi Arabia, before the decision.
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