Beijing, People's Republic of China (PRC) – 24 March, 2013 – China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation ("Sinopec" or "the Company") (CH：600028；HKEX：386；NYSE: SNP；LSE: SNP) today announced its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2012.

Financial Highlights:

In accordance with the PRC Accounting Standards for Business Enterprises ("ASBE"), in 2012, the Company's operating income was RMB2,786.0 billion, up 11.2% year-on-year, and operating profit was RMB87.9 billion. Net profit attributable to equity shareholders of the Company was RMB63.5 billion, down 11.4% year-on-year. Basic and diluted earnings per share were RMB0.731 and RMB0.704 respectively.

In accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), in 2012, the Company's turnover, other operating revenues and other income was RMB2,786.0 billion, up 11.2% year-on-year, operating profit was RMB98.6 billion. Profit attributable to equity shareholders of the Company was RMB63.9 billion, down 12.8% year-on-year. Basic and diluted earnings per share were RMB0.736 and RMB0.708 respectively.

The Board of Directors proposed a final cash dividend of RMB0.2 per share. Combined with the interim dividend of RMB0.10 per share, the total annual cash dividend for 2012 is RMB0.30 per share (tax inclusive), with dividend payout ratio reaching 41% (2011:36%). In addition, the Board proposed 2 bonus shares from retained earnings plus 1 bonus share from capital reserve for every 10 existing shares to all shareholders.

Business Highlights:

Exploration and production segment: The company realized growth in both oil and gas reserve and production, and showed significant results in unconventional oil and gas resource development through exploration activities conducted by the E&P segment in five key domestic regions, and achieved more than 100% replacement ratio of domestic oil and gas throughout the year. The Company officially launched its first shale gas pilot project with production capacity in Fuling. The Company's crude oil production increased 2.0% year-on-year to 328.28 million barrels; natural gas production increased 15.7% year-on-year to 598.01 billion cubic feet. The segment's operating profit was RMB70.1 billion.

Refining segment: The Company processed 221 million tonnes of crude oil, an increase of 1.8% from 2011, and produced 133 million tonnes of oil products, up by 3.9% from the previous year. The Company actively adjusted its product mix, which resulted in higher output of products with high market demand, such as gasoline and jet fuel. Despite the recorded operating loss for the year of RMB11.4 billion, gradual improvement in refining margins helped turnaround the business in the second half of the year, leading to a loss reduction of RMB 24.3 billion year-on-year.

Marketing and distribution segment: Sinopec adjusted operation strategies to actively respond to the changing market demand, as well as actively promoted one-stop service and specialty goods to achieve stable business growth. In 2012, the total sales volume of oil products increased to 173 million tonnes, up 6.7% year-on-year, with domestic refined oil retail volume increasing significantly. The segment's operating profit was RMB42.7 billion in 2012.

Chemicals segment: In 2012, in response to changing market demand, the Company adjusted facility utilization rate in a timely manner, to focus on high-value-added products. Production of ethylene was reduced by 4.5% from previous year to 9.45 million tonnes in 2012. The total sales of chemical products were 54.35 million tonnes, up 7.0% year on year. The operating profit of this segment was RMB1.2 billion.

Total capital expenditure was RMB168.96 billion for 2012.

Assets acquisition:

The Board passed a resolution to form a 50:50 joint venture company ("JV HK") between the two wholly-owned subsidiaries of the Company and the Group, respectively. The JV HK will acquire the equity interests of a number of overseas oil and gas assets owned by Sinopec Group for a total consideration of approximately USD3.0 billion, of which the Company, as a 50% JV HK partner, will be responsible for approximately USD1.5 billion.

The year 2012 saw decelerated growth globally, a tepid recovery in the U.S. economy, the outbreak of European sovereign debt crisis and a dramatic slowdown in the growth of the emerging markets. China's economy slowed down in the first half of the year characterised by weak market demand. With the Chinese government introducing and strengthening macroeconomic control and expediting structural adjustments, the China's economy stabilized and then recovered, with a GDP growth of 7.8% for the year. Based on analysis and projection on the macro economy and market trends, the Company achieved positive results through proactive response to market changes, expansion of resources and markets, management improvement and cost reductions.

Mr. Fu Chengyu, Chairman of Sinopec said, "The world witnessed difficult macroeconomic conditions in 2012, as well as a complex and volatile environment in the petroleum and petrochemical markets. By planning ahead, the Company was able to respond proactively to market dynamics, while also strengthening corporate governance, increasing shareholder returns and deepening internal reforms. Its ability to adapt to difficult market conditions leaves the Company well positioned to build a leading energy and chemicals enterprise and achieve positive operating results. "

"The acquisition of overseas oil and gas assets from Sinopec Group will further strengthen our crude oil reserves. This will also enhance our profitability and international competitiveness, as well as create long-term investment value for our shareholders. The Company will continue to deepen structural reforms, in light of strengthening the upstream production capacity and efficiency, and enhancing the mid and downstream product upgrades. To nurture and develop new businesses while improving the quality and efficiency of our existing businesses, Sinopec will endeavor to improve its management capabilities, with a focus on strategic planning and value-based management. We place great importance on our green and low-carbon strategy across the entirety of Sinopec's operations. Sinopec will remain focused on achieving shareholders returns, engaging in activities to advance corporate social responsibility and promote sustainable economic development of the Company and of the society."