China’s landmark Energy Law combines domestic security with renewables push

Energy Law mandates major boost in domestic onshore and offshore oil and gas exploration, particularly tight oil, shale oil, shale gas and coalbed methane

Chinese President, Xi Jinping, adjusts his jacket during the closing session of last year’s National People’s Congress in Beijing.
Chinese President, Xi Jinping, adjusts his jacket during the closing session of last year’s National People’s Congress in Beijing.Photo: AP/SCANPIX
Published 9 February 2025, 23:56Updated 9 February 2025, 23:56
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