As part of the fourth phase of the ‘Galkynysh’ field development, plans are in place to establish a demonstration facility featuring cutting-edge technologies, efficient management, environmentally friendly solutions and mutual benefit. This was stated by Dai Houliang, Chairman of the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), at the International Scientific and Practical Conference ‘Turkmenistan – People’s Republic of China: 20 Years of Strategic Partnership in the Gas Sector’, reports the publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’.

He noted that against the backdrop of global changes and the transformation of the world energy market, deepening cooperation between Turkmenistan and China in the energy sector is of strategic importance.

According to him, CNPC is ready, with the support of the leadership of both countries, to develop an energy partnership and strengthen cooperation.

The company will adhere to an approach of high standards and continuous improvement in the implementation of the ‘Galkynysh’ project. There are also plans to expand cooperation in the fields of new energy sources, oil refining, petrochemicals and engineering.

Particular attention will be paid to the exchange of technologies in exploration and production, as well as the implementation of solutions based on artificial intelligence and big data in the gas industry.

The forum in Ashgabat served as a platform confirming the development of long-term energy cooperation between Turkmenistan and China.