CEM REPORT | The Atlantic Council has honored Dr Mohammad Barkindo, Secretary-General, Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), by naming him Distinguished Fellow of Atlantic Council in acknowledgement of his outstanding achievements and contributions to global energy community.
According to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) citing an OPEC statement made available on Sunday, Barkindo received this honor during a dinner hosted as part of the Global Energy Forum by the Atlantic Council in Dubai, UAE.
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NAN reported that Barkindo, in his acceptance speech, sees his service as Secretary-General of OPEC as an honour of a lifetime.
Barkindo emphasised that he has witnessed both challenging and historic moments over the last six years, which have underscored time and again the importance of cooperation and teamwork.
He however said that none of the achievements would have been possible without the tireless efforts of the OPEC Secretariat members of staff, highlighting their dedication and professionalism.
Barkindo will become a Distinguished Fellow of the Council after he completes his second successful term as OPEC Secretary-General on Aug. 1, 2022.
