In a recently written op-ed, he underscores Africa's significance in OPEC's future endeavors, emphasizing the continent's potential for constructive contributions to the oil sector. He reaffirms OPEC's commitment to offering support to Africa in realizing its immense energy potential.

With half of OPEC's Member Countries located in Africa, including Nigeria, Algeria, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon ­– who’s Minister of Petroleum is the current rotating President of OPEC ­­–  and Libya, the organization takes immense pride in its enduring African connections. Africa has played a crucial role in OPEC's history, hosting significant meetings and conferences in various African cities.

“Our Organization’s past is imbued with African character. Looking throughout our 63-year history, many significant meetings took place in African cities. From the Ninth Meeting of the OPEC Conference in Tripoli in 1965, critical meetings and conferences have been held in Algiers (including our first ever Summit), Oran, Lagos, Abuja, Luanda, and Libreville,” he says.

In his op-ed, Al-Ghais reaffirms OPEC’s dedication to unlocking Africa's energy potential and fostering collaboration with global energy partners.

To read the full op-ed by OPEC's Secretary General, please click here.

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