Post by : Badri Ariffin

The United Arab Emirates has announced plans to intensify its focus on the liquefied natural gas market. Energy Minister Suhail al-Mazrouei stated that the UAE intends to fulfill its domestic gas needs while also increasing LNG exports in the upcoming years.

During his address at Abu Dhabi Financial Week, Mazrouei remarked on the steady increase in global natural gas demand, which surpasses the rate of new production and investment. The UAE is preparing to ramp up its supply to meet both national requirements and potential export avenues.

These statements echo those made by Qatar’s Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi, who recently pointed out the consistent global demand, partly fueled by the expanding energy needs of artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. Qatar anticipates an LNG demand surge to 600–700 million tonnes annually by 2035.

The UAE’s initiative coincides with broader regional expansion strategies. In June, ADNOC’s international investment division, XRG, declared its goal to develop a gas and LNG portfolio with a capacity of 20–25 million tonnes per year by 2035, thereby enhancing the country’s role among leading global suppliers.

With several new ventures underway and long-term demand projected to rise, the UAE is strategically positioning itself for a pivotal role in the next chapter of the global gas market.

#Global News