China National Offshore Oil Corporation
Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2022
Continued Russia business after invasion of Ukraine
CNOOC continued business in Russia following the invasion of Ukraine, prompting Ukraine to classify the company as an international sponsor of war.
2007
Labor dispute in Myanmar
CNOOC faced a dispute with Burmese workers involving allegations concerning low wages. A confrontation at company offices led local authorities to detain and question workers.
2004
Myanmar business links and alleged drug-trafficking connections
CNOOC was criticized over a Myanmar contracting relationship involving a joint-venture partner connected to the family of a person associated with heroin trafficking. U.S. authorities later indicated concerns about cooperation with companies linked to that family.