THE DIRECTOR APPOINTMENT

(Translation) 1600 / 082 / 2541 December 25, 1998 The Stock Exchange of Thailand 62, Ratchadapisek Road, Klongtoey Bangkok 10110 Attention : President of The Stock Exchange of Thailand Subject: Report on Board of Directors Resolution : The Director Appointment The Bangchak Petroleum Public Company Limited (BCP) board of directors meeting No.12/1998 held on December 25, 1998 has approved the appointment of Mr. Sommai Phasee, Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, as a director of the company to fill the vacant position. Please be informed accordingly. Yours sincerely Rabil Pornpatkul Senior Manager, Corporate Planning Office Corporate Planning Office Tel: 301-2842