UAE ↔ liquified natural gas

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The UAE is a major producer and exporter of liquified natural gas, as evidenced by its role in regional supply volumes [1], its vulnerability to infrastructure damage [2], [3], and the geopolitical risks associated with its LNG transit [4].

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Iran and Middle East conflict impacts global economy - Deloitte deloitte.com Deloitte 3 facts

measurementApproximately 10% of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar and the United Arab Emirates transiting through the Strait of Hormuz was destined for the European Union.

claimThere are no alternate export routes for liquified natural gas (LNG) from Qatar and the United Arab Emirates to countries outside the region.

measurementIn 2025, 112 billion cubic meters of liquified natural gas (LNG) from Qatar and the United Arab Emirates traveled through the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran Conflict Brief: The High Cost of Attacking Energy Infrastructure energypolicy.columbia.edu Daniel Sternoff · Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy 2 facts

accountIsraeli forces conducted strikes on the South Pars gas field in Iran, which led to retaliatory attacks on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG plant and energy assets in the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.

claimDaniel Sternoff notes that there is significant potential for further damage to energy infrastructure, specifically mentioning Qatar LNG facilities, UAE facilities, and upstream oil facilities in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

What Does the Iran War Mean for Global Energy Markets? - CSIS csis.org CSIS 2 facts

measurementA one-month halt in supply from Qatar and the United Arab Emirates would remove approximately 7 million tons of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the global market.

claimThe current Gulf conflict highlights the transit and geopolitical risks associated with liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply from Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman.