Foreign Ministry Responds to UAE's Exit from OPEC: Will Not Affect Cooperation with Indonesia
Spokesperson for the Indonesian Foreign Ministry, Yvonne Mewengkang, stated that the Indonesian government views this phenomenon as part of the dynamics of global energy governance. Indonesia hopes that the stability of the global oil market remains maintained.
“The Indonesian government views this development as part of the evolving dynamics of global energy governance,” said Yvonne during a press conference at the Foreign Ministry office in Central Jakarta on Thursday (30/4/2026).
Yvonne explained that Indonesia places great hope that changes in OPEC membership composition do not shake international energy supply security.
“And we hope that this development continues to support market stability and global energy supply security,” she continued.
Furthermore, Yvonne assured that the government will continue to monitor the existing situation and its impact on the domestic economic conditions.
“The Indonesian government will certainly continue to comprehensively monitor this situation and its implications for the economy and national energy resilience,” she stated.
Regarding cooperation between the two countries, Yvonne guaranteed that diplomatic relations and strategic partnerships remain solid. The UAE’s decision in the realm of international organisations is categorised as an internal policy that will not disrupt commitments to cooperation with Indonesia.
“We can convey that this policy does not affect the bilateral relations that have been established or the strategic cooperation that has been built between Indonesia and the UAE,” Yvonne concluded.
As is known, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+. In its official statement, the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure stated that this decision is part of the UAE’s long-term priorities and economic strategy.
“This decision was taken after a comprehensive review of UAE production policies as well as current and future capacity. It is also based on national interests and our commitment to effectively contribute to meeting urgent market needs,” the statement read, on Wednesday (29/4).
The UAE claims it will remain “responsible” by gradually and measurably increasing oil production in accordance with demand and market conditions.
“While in this organisation, we have made significant contributions. Moreover, greater sacrifices for the common interest. However, now is the time for us to focus on our national interests,” the statement continued.