国家发展改革委出台办法，推进运营机制改革 公平使用油气管网设施有了“畅行证”

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the "Regulatory Measures for Fair and Open Access to Oil and Gas Pipeline Facilities" by the National Development and Reform Commission aims to enhance the fairness and openness of oil and gas pipeline operations, effective from November 1, 2025 [1][3]. Group 1: Regulatory Framework - The new regulatory measures define fair and open access as the obligation of pipeline operators to provide services such as transportation, storage, and unloading to qualified users without discrimination [1]. - The measures mark several firsts, including the introduction of departmental regulations in the oil and gas pipeline sector, the inclusion of administrative penalties, and the establishment of standardized service processes for user registration and information disclosure [1]. Group 2: Information Disclosure - Information asymmetry is identified as a major barrier to fair access, prompting the need for graded public disclosure of relevant information regarding pipeline facilities [2]. - Companies are required to proactively disclose basic information about the fair access system and user registration conditions to the public, while sensitive operational data must be shared with registered users [2]. Group 3: Positive Impacts - The new measures provide various business entities with a "pass" to utilize pipeline facilities, facilitating a more competitive and efficient oil and gas market [3]. - The regulatory framework is expected to enhance participation from diverse stakeholders, including private enterprises, and prevent discriminatory practices in the industry [3]. - The measures will allow for a more flexible allocation of resources, improving energy security by enabling various sources of gas, such as imported LNG and coal-derived gas, to enter the main pipeline network [3].