Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy is the government department responsible for national policy on oil, gas and electricity. Its portfolio covers the energy system that underpins state revenue, domestic power supply and The Kingdom's role in global oil markets. Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud has led the ministry since 2019.

The ministry publishes policy decisions and official capacity figures for strategic infrastructure. That includes the East-West Pipeline, known as Petroline, which carries crude towards the Red Sea and provides a route that avoids the strait of Hormuz. Its announcements can affect market expectations because the ministry directs Saudi energy policy and infrastructure planning. The portfolio connects domestic power supply with The Kingdom's position in global oil markets.

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What does the Petroline pipeline do?

It carries Saudi crude from the Eastern Province to the Red Sea, letting exports avoid the strait of Hormuz.Source: event

Why did Saudi Arabia shut the Petroline pipeline?

The Saudi Ministry of Energy shut the East-West Pipeline as a precaution after drones struck it on 10 September 2026, without naming a station, segment or party responsible.Source: event

Who is the Saudi Minister of Energy?

Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud has led the Saudi Ministry of Energy since 8 September 2019.Source: Wikidata

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Royal Orders Issued Ministry of Energy Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud