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Macron secures 200,000 tonnes of extra diesel per month from UAE, Bahrain

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Briefings

French President Emmanuel Macron secured a delivery of 200,000 tonnes of diesel monthly from the UAE and Bahrain to address high fuel prices in France following violent protests. This supply agreement aims to stabilize energy costs during a period of significant unrest in the region.

Key points

• Macron secured a monthly delivery of 200,000 tonnes of diesel from the UAE and Bahrain.
• The delivery was announced by the French presidency on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

Context

Macron is conducting a tour of Gulf energy suppliers to secure oil and diesel supplies after a weekend of violent protests over soaring living costs in France.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the French presidency's announcement on October 20, 2026. Specific delivery dates beyond the announcement are not provided, and the long-term impact of this agreement on French energy markets remains unverified.

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