Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2026-01-08 22:10Group 1 - The restructuring of China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) and China Aviation Oil Group is approved by the State Council, aiming to optimize state-owned capital layout and avoid homogeneous competition [1][2] - Sinopec is the largest supplier of refined oil and petrochemical products in China, and the world's largest refining company, with a significant presence in the Fortune Global 500 rankings [1] - China Aviation Oil is the largest aviation fuel procurement and logistics company in Asia, providing services to 258 transportation airports and 454 general airports in China, and has been listed in the Fortune Global 500 for 13 times since 2011 [1] Group 2 - The merger is expected to create strategic synergies, enhancing Sinopec's supply chain stability and bargaining power by integrating refining and distribution operations [2] - The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) plans to accelerate strategic and professional restructuring and high-quality mergers and acquisitions in state-owned enterprises by 2026 [2] - Future focus areas for restructuring may include new energy, energy conservation, environmental protection, and emerging strategic industries, which are seen as key growth engines for state-owned enterprises [2]