Learning to live with OPEC oil: the Arab view

Journal Article · Sat Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1983 · Shield; (United States)

OSTI ID:6261049

Either OPEC or a similar Middle East organizaiton will recapture the dominant role in oil market as non-OPEC oil sources are depleted. An interview with Ali Ahmed Attiga of the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) suggests the possibility of another embargo, but emphasizes the common bond that both oil-importing and oil-exporting countries have if they become over-dependent on oil. Attiga points out that OAPEC will produce 40% of the energy consumed at the end of 10 years. He credits the 1973 embargo with reminding the US of its vital interest in the Arab world, but admits it did not accomplish the withdrawal of Israel from occupied territory. In response to other questions Attiga doubts other producers will join OPEC, explains OPEC pricing and production policies, and describes its development programs. 1 figure.

• OSTI ID: 6261049
• Journal Information: Shield; (United States), Vol. 8:3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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