UAE Accelerates Pipeline Project Bypassing Strait of Hormuz

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), the UAE's largest oil firm, announced its decision to accelerate work on the strategic pipeline project known as the "West-East Line," which runs across Emirati territory and bypasses the vital Strait of Hormuz without transiting its waters.

The project carries significant strategic importance, as it aims to reduce UAE dependence on the Strait of Hormuz for exporting oil and gas by sea. The strait is a narrow waterway through which a substantial portion of Gulf energy exports passes to global markets, making it a potential geopolitical pressure point during periods of regional tension.

According to available information, the line is planned to enter full operational service by 2027, as part of a broader UAE strategy to diversify energy export routes and bolster long-term supply security.