

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The report outlines the verification opinion of CITIC Securities regarding the related party transactions between China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) and CNOOC Finance Co., Ltd. for the year 2024, emphasizing the compliance and risk management aspects of these transactions [1][8]. Group 1: Transaction Background - CNOOC and CNOOC Finance entered into a financial service framework agreement on December 22, 2022, under which CNOOC Finance agreed to provide financial services as requested by CNOOC for a three-year period starting January 1, 2023 [1][2]. - CNOOC Finance was established on May 13, 2002, and has a registered capital of 4 billion RMB, with major shareholders including China National Offshore Oil Corporation and its subsidiaries [2]. Group 2: Framework Agreement Details - The pricing policy for deposit services allows for interest rates to be set based on commercial bank rates, with a potential increase of 0-40% [3]. - Loan services are priced according to the Loan Prime Rate (LPR), with the possibility of a downward adjustment [3]. - CNOOC Finance does not charge service fees for settlement services and offers discounted rates for commercial bill discounting [3]. Group 3: Financial Performance of CNOOC Finance - As of December 31, 2024, CNOOC Finance reported total assets of 271.14 billion RMB and net profits of 1.372 billion RMB for the year [2][4]. Group 4: Risk Assessment and Management - CNOOC conducted a risk assessment of CNOOC Finance, finding it to have a sound internal control system and adequate capital [5][6]. - The company has established a risk disposal plan to address potential financial risks, including immediate reporting and emergency procedures [6][7]. Group 5: Compliance and Approval Process - The financial service framework agreement was approved by CNOOC's board, with necessary disclosures made regarding the related party transactions [7][8]. - CITIC Securities confirmed that the agreement's terms are complete and comply with relevant regulations, ensuring no harm to CNOOC's interests [8].