What measures did CPC take in response to the surge in international crude oil prices?

CPC applied the "lowest price in neighboring countries" policy, prioritized its responsibility for price stability, and bore emergency procurement costs itself to curb domestic oil price increases.

Is CPC really "overcharging" for oil prices?

CPC emphasized that additional costs from emergency procurements are not included in the oil price formula and are fully borne by CPC, thus there is no "overcharging" whatsoever.

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International Crude Oil Prices Soar; CPC: Cooperating with Policy to Stabilize Oil Prices, No Overcharging

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CPC announced that it has absorbed over NT$9.06 billion for gasoline and diesel by April 5 due to soaring international crude oil prices. While Dubai and Brent crude rose by 69.37% and 77.81% respectively from Feb 28 to Apr 2, Taiwan's 95 unleaded gasoline retail price only increased by 17.3%. CPC emphasized that this is due to its "lowest price in neighboring countries" policy and responsibility for price stability, bearing emergency procurement costs itself without overcharging.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What measures did CPC take in response to the surge in international crude oil prices?: A: CPC applied the "lowest price in neighboring countries" policy, prioritized its responsibility for price stability, and bore emergency procurement costs itself to curb domestic oil price increases.
Q: Is CPC really "overcharging" for oil prices?: A: CPC emphasized that additional costs from emergency procurements are not included in the oil price formula and are fully borne by CPC, thus there is no "overcharging" whatsoever.