"To continue cooperation, Chinese companies should run the tender," said Manouchehri.
He provided details on entrusting the project for development of the second phase of North Azadegan and Yadavaran oil fields to Chinese companies and said, "Chinese CNPC is willing to continue the contract for development of North Azadegan field but we have announced that if willing, they can continue cooperation within the framework of a new contract and run the tender."