Sources affirmed that KPC welcomes the entry of the local private sector into the petrochemical industry; considering the approach of KPC Chief Executive Officer (CSO) Sheikh Nawaf Al-Saud Al-Sabah who recently called for the expansion of the petrochemical industry domestically and internationally to diversify the sources of revenue for the corporation and its subsidiaries, in light of the active global demand for petrochemical products, which have become a major player in enhancing returns. Sources disclosed that there are already existing companies operating in the Kuwaiti oil sector, through the Petrochemical Industries Company, and several local and international companies, with varying percentages. Sources explained that the KPC’s approach focuses on achieving the highest returns for the sector, citing the experience of Kuwait Petrochemical Industries Company’s acquisition two months ago of a 25 percent stake in the Chinese Wanhua Chemical Group, which operates in the petrochemical plants located in Yintai region in the People’s Republic of China. Sources said this ensures the supply of Kuwaiti feedstock to these projects, which guarantees profitability on one hand and increases Kuwaiti supplies on the other hand.