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OPEC Summary

Core Content

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is a permanent, intergovernmental organization established in 1960 in Baghdad by five founding members: Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela. The organization aims to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among its members to ensure fair and stable prices for producers, efficient and regular supply for consumers, and fair returns for investors.

OPEC currently has 12 full member countries, including Qatar (1961), Indonesia (1962), Libya (1962), UAE (1967), Algeria (1969), Nigeria (1971), and Ecuador (1973–1992), Gabon (1975–1995). The organization is based in Vienna, Austria, and has contact details including a telephone number (+43 1 211 12/0), fax numbers, and email addresses for public relations and information.

OPEC publishes a bulletin that provides updates on the organization and its member countries. It is available in hard copy subscription for $70 per 12 issues. The website is http://www.opec.org, and the bulletin is indexed in PAIS International.

Main Points

• OPEC's Objective: To secure stable prices, ensure supply, and provide fair returns to investors.
• Membership: 12 full members, with a history of additions and withdrawals.
• Location: Based in Vienna, Austria.
• Communication: Contact details are provided for public relations, information, and subscriptions.
• Publications: The OPEC Bulletin is the main publication, offering insights into the energy sector.

Key Information

OPEC Secretariat Officials

• Secretary General: Dr Ali Rodriguez Araque
• Research Division Director: Dr Adnan Shihab-Eldin
• Energy Studies Department Head: Dr Rezki Lounnas
• Petroleum Market Analysis Department Head: Not specified
• Data Services Department Head: Dr Muhammad A Al Tayyeb
• PR & Information Department Head: Farouk U Muhammed, mni
• Administration & HR Department Head: Senussi J Senussi
• Legal Officer: Dolores Dobarro

Upcoming Events

A variety of training courses and conferences are listed for early 2002, including:

• Cairo (Egypt): Consultative Meeting of the OPEC Conference
• Houston, USA: Training courses on drilling practices, aviation jet fuel, and petroleum geoengineering
• Cambridge, UK: Training course on the economics of the oil supply chain
• Prague, Czech Republic: Training course on the gas chain
• Tbilisi, Georgia: Georgian International Oil, Gas, Energy and Infrastructure Exhibition and Conference (GIOGIE 2002)
• Dubai, UAE: Middle East Ship Repair Conference
• Asia LNG & Natural Gas Markets Conference in Singapore

Commentary: Co-operation in Cairo

• OPEC and non-OPEC nations reached a landmark agreement in Cairo, effective from January 1, 2002.
• OPEC agreed to cut production by 1.5 million barrels/day, contingent on non-OPEC cuts of 500,000 barrels/day.
• This decision reflects OPEC's proactive and realistic approach to market stability in a time of economic uncertainty.
• The price band of $22–$28 per barrel was discussed, with prices below the lower bound for some time.
• The agreement was supported by the Egyptian government, Petroleum Minister, City of Cairo, and OAPEC.

Forum: Forging towards a new order

• OPEC Secretary General, Dr Ali Rodríguez Araque, discusses the challenges in the petroleum industry, including global economic slowdown, technological transformation, information revolution, and rising environmental awareness.
• The world is becoming more interdependent, and OPEC emphasizes the importance of global economic stability.
• The medium-term outlook for oil consumption is 106 million barrels/day by 2020, with OPEC expected to increase production capacity to meet rising demand in Asia.
• Asia is projected to become the world's leading oil consumer by 2020, with significant growth in energy demand.
• OPEC has increased its investments in Asia, especially from Middle Eastern members, to support future supply and demand.

Growing Role of Gas

• Gas is seen as an environmentally friendly fuel, and OPEC members are developing their gas resources to meet Asian demand.
• Indonesia is a major LNG exporter, and Iran has the second-largest gas reserves in the world.
• Projects such as the South Pars gas pipeline to India and Qatar's pipeline to China are costly but strategic.

Environmental Debate

• OPEC is concerned about environmental treaties and the fairness of taxation on petroleum products.
• The Kyoto Protocol is a topic of discussion, with OPEC advocating for caution and fairness in environmental policies.
• High taxes on oil in some countries, especially in Europe, are a point of concern, as they disproportionately burden producers.

Petroleum Taxation

• OPEC argues against excessive taxation of oil products and subsidies for other pollutants.
• The EU has the highest oil taxation, with oil taxes accounting for 68% of the final price of a refined barrel.

Factors of Concern

• Excessive taxation in some consuming countries.
• Environmental policies and their potential impact on oil prices.
• Shortage of refining capacity and distribution networks in the USA.
• The need for cooperation with non-OPEC producers to ensure market stability.

Conclusion

OPEC remains a central player in the global oil market, committed to stability and cooperation. The organization is adapting to new challenges, including economic downturns, environmental concerns, and technological changes. Its strategy of diversification and investment in Asia reflects its vision for the future.