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    PetroChina Company Limited
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    PetroChina Company Limited

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    "Asia's largest producer of oil and gas"

    Founded November 5, 1999 Dongcheng District, Beijing CEO: Dai Houliang
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    Established on November 5, 1999, PetroChina serves as the listed subsidiary of China National Petroleum Corporation. The company operates from its headquarters in Beijing's Dongcheng District and manages a vast portfolio that includes crude oil exploration, natural gas production, refining, and petrochemical manufacturing. It accounts for roughly half of China's domestic oil output and about 60% of its natural gas supply.

    PetroChina trades as a dual-listed entity on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under ticker 0857.HK and the New York Stock Exchange under PTR. The firm later joined the Shanghai Stock Exchange SSE 50 Index to broaden its investor base. In June 2026, the leadership structure underwent a significant shift when Dai Houliang was elected Chairman alongside a new core executive team, replacing previous management led by Zhou Jiping.

    The organization concluded its 14th Five-Year Plan in 2025 with operating results reaching historical highs. Financial strength remains evident as the stock traded at CNY 11.19 in late September 2026. Analysts from DBS maintained a Buy rating following strong first-half performance in 2026, citing potential catalysts for future growth despite global market volatility.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Crude oilNatural gasPetroleum productsPetrochemicalsLubricants

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns PetroChina?
    The company is majority-owned by the Chinese government through its parent entity, China National Petroleum Corporation.
    Who is the current CEO of PetroChina?
    Dai Houliang serves as Chairman following a leadership transition confirmed in mid-2026, leading a newly appointed executive team.
    Is PetroChina still profitable?
    Yes, the company reported historical high operating results in 2025 and maintained strong financial performance into 2026.
    What distinguishes PetroChina from Sinopec?
    While both are state-owned giants, PetroChina focuses primarily on upstream exploration and production, whereas Sinopec emphasizes downstream refining and marketing.
    Where does PetroChina operate internationally?
    Through PetroChina International Co., Ltd., the firm conducts trade and operations across various regions including plans for shallow-water drilling in Suriname starting in 2027.

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    oilgasenergystate-owned enterpriseCNPCupstreamdownstreamrefiningnatural resourcesBeijing

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    Company Info

    Founded
    November 5, 1999
    CEO
    Dai Houliang
    Headquarters
    Dongcheng District, Beijing
    Industry
    petroleum industry
    Parent Company
    China National Petroleum Corporation
    Stock Ticker (HK)
    0857.HK
    Stock Ticker (NYSE)
    PTR
    Domestic Oil Production Share
    Approximately 50%
    Domestic Gas Production Share
    Approximately 60%
    Chairman (2026)
    Dai Houliang
    Dalian Refinery Investment
    $3 billion (announced late 2025)
    Suriname Drilling Start
    2027
    Export Suspension
    October 2026

    Official Website

    www.petrochina.com.cn

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