Question

    Which organization did the United Arab Emirates withdraw from, which is tasked with securing Gulf waterways vital to the global oil trade?

    A Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The United Arab Emirates has withdrawn from the U.S.-led maritime coalition tasked with securing tense Gulf waterways that are vital to the global oil trade. The Bahrain-headquartered Combined Maritime Forces was established in 2001, initially as a partnership between 12 nations. The UAE remains a partner nation, despite putting its participation on hold. The CMF still includes 38 partner nations, of which the UAE is one. About UAE Capital: Abu Dhabi                          Currency: UAE dirham

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