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Which among the following countries decided to withdraw its membership from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) effective from January 2019?

1. Iran
2. Venezuela
3. Iraq
4. Qatar

Correct answer: Qatar

Solution

Qatar announced its decision to withdraw from OPEC effective January 2019. The move was widely reported in 2018 and was linked to its focus on natural gas and geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region.

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