As of the end of 2005, CNOOC Ltd. had a total of 2,696 employees, of which about 1,790 are located in Beijing, Tianjin, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Zhanjiang, etc. Moreover, there are also 906 employees working for the Company in other 8 countries or regions.

In practice, the Company offers equal opportunities for work and development to all employees. It also provides necessary external conditions for the improvement of each individual’s ability and qualities, and creates a healthy and safe work environment for employees.