Uzbekneftegaz and CNPC Discuss Expanding Partnership

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Uzbekneftegaz Chairman of the Board Abdugani Sanginov held talks with a delegation from China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), led by its president, Zhou Xinhua.

The parties discussed expanding cooperation in the oil and gas sector, accelerating joint projects and pursuing new initiatives, the press service of Uzbekneftegaz said.

CNPC is one of the world’s five largest energy companies. The meeting highlighted the steady development of ties between Uzbekistan and China, supported by the continued attention of the two countries’ leaders. CNPC has become one of Uzbekneftegaz’s key partners.

The sides reviewed the results of their joint work in drilling, geological exploration, seismic surveys, enhanced gas recovery from fields, digitalisation, engineering design and the supply of modern equipment. According to the participants, projects involving CNPC subsidiaries Xibu, BGP, SSDC and SNLS are strengthening the technological capacity of Uzbekistan’s oil and gas industry.

Particular attention was given to addressing the consequences of the accident at the M-25 field. The project includes plans to drill relief wells.

The parties also considered diversifying sources of petroleum product supplies to ensure a stable fuel supply for the domestic market. Both companies expressed their readiness to develop long-term supply mechanisms and coordinate cooperation between relevant enterprises.

In light of the expanding partnership, proposals were put forward to open a permanent CNPC representative office in Tashkent, establish modern administrative infrastructure to coordinate joint projects and develop social initiatives.

Cooperation in personnel training was also discussed, including support for the Tashkent branch of the Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas.

The initiative aims to train highly qualified engineering and technical specialists for the sector and strengthen the workforce capacity needed for future projects.

Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their readiness to deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, introduce new technological solutions and achieve practical results through joint initiatives.