In Focus
Petroleum products make space exploration possible
Space exploration stands among humanity’s most remarkable achievements, powered in part by a wide range of petroleum-based products. From rocket fuels that enable liftoff to advanced materials used in spacecraft and protective gear, oil-derived components are embedded in every mission. They help ensure performance, protection, and safe return to Earth.
These everyday applications reflect OPEC’s ongoing analysis of how petroleum products continue to support innovation and modern life.
Does the ‘fossil fuel’ label require a rethink?
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
OPEC Secretariat receives updated compensation plans from Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan, and Oman
4 March 2026
Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, UAE, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman adjust production and reaffirm commitment to market stability
1 March 2026
IEA, IEF, and OPEC convene industry leaders for critical dialogue on energy security
4 February 2026
Joint Symposium on Energy Outlooks focuses on enhancing global decision-making processes
OPEC Secretariat receives updated compensation plans from Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan, and Oman
2 February 2026
Research Centre
Publications
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.
