CNPC and Uzbekistan Expand Multi-Field Cooperation

en.Wedoany.com Reported - On October 20, Zhou Xinhui, General Manager of China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), led a delegation to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, where they held a meeting with Abdugani Sanginov, Chairman of Uzbekneftegaz, and senior executives to discuss expanding cooperation in oil and gas exploration, drilling, production efficiency improvement, and fuel supply.

In a statement issued after the meeting, Uzbekneftegaz said the two sides reviewed the progress of ongoing projects, discussed how to accelerate joint projects, and explored new areas of cooperation.

At the meeting, the two sides reviewed joint work in drilling, geological exploration, seismic exploration, enhanced oil and gas recovery, digitalization, engineering, and modern equipment supply, with particular mention of projects involving CNPC subsidiaries including Western Drilling, BGP, Chuanqing Drilling, and CNPC Logging. These projects help enhance the technical capabilities of Uzbekistan's oil and gas industry.

The meeting also focused on the follow-up response to the accident at Uzbekistan's M-25 gas field. According to the statement, the relevant plans include drilling relief wells.

The two sides also discussed broadening sources of petroleum product supply to ensure stable fuel supply in Uzbekistan's domestic market, and expressed willingness to establish a long-term supply mechanism and strengthen coordination among relevant enterprises.

As cooperation continues to expand, the two sides are considering establishing a permanent CNPC representative office in Tashkent and building administrative infrastructure to coordinate joint projects. In addition, they explored the possibility of supporting social welfare activities.

The talks also covered support for the Tashkent branch of Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas, with a focus on cultivating qualified engineering and technical talent to meet the needs of Uzbekistan's oil and gas industry and future projects.

The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the partnership, introducing new technological solutions, and accelerating the implementation of joint projects.