COPEC, IES demand transparency from NPA regarding sanctions on Sentuo Oil Refinery [Video]

The Institute for Energy Security (IES) and the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) have urged the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) to disclose the sanctions imposed on the Chinese-owned Sentuo Oil Refinery (SORL).

Expressing concerns on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, the two energy think tanks criticized the NPA for what they perceive as leniency towards Sentuo Oil Refinery’s operations.

They highlighted issues such as operating without the required permit and supplying fuel of questionable quality.

COPEC and IES also threatened legal action to compel the refinery to comply with regulations. They also called for an investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) into the refinery’s activities.

However, the NPA refuted claims of favoritism towards Sentuo Oil Refinery, stating that it has consistently enforced industry regulations fairly.

Unsatisfied with the NPA’s response, COPEC and IES issued a counter-statement demanding transparency.

They urged the NPA to publicly disclose the full extent …