In Focus


Oil Products Are Essential For Humanitarian Aid

Petroleum products play an essential role in humanitarian aid and emergency response worldwide. From tents, blankets and protective clothing made with oil-derived synthetic fibres to medicines, medical plastics and sanitation systems, oil products support critical relief operations. They power generators, enable water distribution and purification, facilitate food storage, and fuel the transportation of aid. Petroleum products remain vital to delivering assistance, supporting recovery efforts and improving lives in communities affected by crisis.


Does the ‘fossil fuel’ label require a rethink?

Article by HE Haitham Al Ghais, OPEC Secretary General


The true cost of renewables

Article by HE Haitham Al Ghais, OPEC Secretary General


OPEC at 65: building on a proud past for a successful future

Article by HE Haitham Al Ghais, OPEC Secretary General


Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman adjust production and reaffirm commitment to market stability

3 May 2026


61st Edition of OPEC’s Annual Statistical Bulletin (ASB-2026) launched on 29 April 2026

29 April 2026


61st Edition of OPEC’s Annual Statistical Bulletin ASB-2026 to be launched on 29 April 2026

17 April 2026


16th High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-EU Energy Dialogue

9 April 2026


Oil can help achieve SDG 7

5 February 2026


OPEC urges accurate coverage of its reports

17 November 2025


The IEA’s rendezvous with reality

12 November 2025

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The OPEC Secretariat produces numerous publications to inform the public about the Organization's activities, and to disseminate data and information about OPEC Member Countries and the oil industry in general.

Annual Statistical Bulletin

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World Oil Outlook

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Monthly Oil Market Report

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OPEC Bulletin

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