China discovers 225 new oil and gas fields during 2021-2025

9 articles · Updated · Global Times · Apr 29

The Ministry of Natural Resources reported 13 oil fields with reserves over 100 million tons and 26 gas fields exceeding 100 billion cubic meters, with total investment reaching nearly 450 billion yuan.
Proven petroleum and hydrocarbon gas reserves rose by over 50% and 44% respectively, while 2025 crude oil production hit a record 216 million tons and natural gas output surpassed 260 billion cubic meters.
Breakthroughs include deep-sea and unconventional resource development, with offshore output exceeding 90 million tons and shale oil and gas providing key support for energy security and self-sufficiency.

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