The Petrodollar’s Precarious Perch: A Multipolar Future For Oil Trade? – OpEd

The petrodollar system, the bedrock of global finance since the 1970s, faces an uncertain future. The recent expiration of the U.S.-Saudi petrodollar pact in June 2024 marks a turning point, prompting a reassessment of the dollar's role in oil trade and the broader geopolitical landscape. This article delves beyond the narrative...