- The gradual increase reflects a carefully considered strategy that enables producers to respond responsibly to market developments while safeguarding long-term market stability — Oil Minister Tariq Al-Roumi
Kuwait will increase its crude oil production to 2.676 million barrels per day (bpd) in September 2026, in line with the latest OPEC+ agreement to gradually unwind voluntary production cuts, Oil Minister Tariq Al-Roumi announced.
The minister said Kuwait remains firmly committed to the principles of consultation and coordination within the OPEC+ alliance, stressing that collective action remains the cornerstone of maintaining oil market balance and responding effectively to rapidly evolving global energy conditions.
His remarks came when he chaired the Kuwaiti delegation at the meeting of the seven OPEC+ countries participating in the phased withdrawal from voluntary production cuts, as well as the 67th Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) meeting, both of which were held via videoconference, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Oil.
Al-Roumi welcomed the decision by the seven participating countries to proceed with the next phase of the production adjustment plan by increasing collective output by 188,000 barrels per day beginning in September 2026.
He said the decision reflects the alliance’s cautious and balanced approach, based on close monitoring of global oil market indicators and aimed at maintaining equilibrium between supply and demand while supporting the stability of international energy markets.
“The gradual increase reflects a carefully considered strategy that enables producers to respond responsibly to market developments while safeguarding long-term market stability,” Al-Roumi said.
The minister noted that the meetings took place against a backdrop of continuing geopolitical uncertainties and ongoing threats to strategic global energy transport routes, making coordination among producers more important than ever.
He expressed confidence in OPEC+’s ability to adapt to changing market conditions in a manner that ensures energy supply security and promotes stability in international oil markets.
With the phased exit from the voluntary production reduction agreement nearing completion, Al-Roumi said participating countries had agreed to continue holding monthly meetings to monitor developments in the global oil market, assess energy security, and adopt appropriate strategies as needed.
The next meeting of the participating countries is scheduled for September 4, 2026.
The Kuwaiti delegation was led by Oil Minister Tariq Al-Roumi and included Mohammed Al-Shatti, Kuwait’s Governor to OPEC, and Sheikh Abdullah Sabah Salem Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah, Kuwait’s National Representative to OPEC.
The latest production increase underscores Kuwait’s continued adherence to collective OPEC+ decisions while reinforcing its role in supporting the stability of global energy markets amid persistent economic and geopolitical challenges.
