China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) is a state-owned oil and gas company in China. It is one of the largest oil and gas companies in the world, with operations in more than 50 countries. CNPC is involved in the exploration, production, transportation, and marketing of oil and natural gas, as well as the production and sale of petrochemical products.
CNPC was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Beijing. It is a major player in the global energy market and has partnerships with a number of international oil and gas companies. In addition to its core business, CNPC also engages in activities such as engineering and construction, finance, and real estate development.