The United Arab Emirates has officially exited OPEC, a move experts say could weaken the cartel’s ability to control global oil prices and is likely to be welcomed by the United States.

The UAE has long expressed frustration with OPEC production limits, saying they restricted its ability to sell increased output despite investments to expand capacity.

Analysts say the country could eventually add up to 2 million barrels per day to global supply once conditions stabilize, potentially easing prices.

The shift comes during a period of high oil prices and supply disruptions linked to conflict in the Middle East, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Al-Jazeera has reported.

With fuel costs already rising and inflation concerns growing, the development could have significant economic and political implications in the U.S. and beyond.