Pacific Asia Petroleum, Inc.; James F. Link, Former Treasurer and Vice President of Finance

Pacific Asia Petroleum, Inc is reported to have announced today it has appointed James F. Link, to its Board of Directors, effective July 22, 2008. Mr. Link was the former Treasurer and Vice President of Finance and Risk Management of Texaco Inc. (now Chevron Corporation).

Frank C. Ingriselli, Pacific Asia Petroleum, Inc. President and CEO, said “Jim’s leadership in finance and risk management for one of the world’s largest energy companies will add great depth and bring immediate value to our Board and to our company as we execute on our business plans to deliver shareholder value. We welcome Jim and his future guidance and good counsel,”

Mr. Link added, “I am very pleased and honored to have been appointed to the Board of Directors of Pacific Asia Petroleum, Inc. and look forward to playing an active role on the Board, with the management team and on the Company’s newly formed Committees. I am impressed with the accomplishments of the Company in its short existence and I look forward to working with the Company and providing assistance with their plans to profitably grow a portfolio of sustainable energy assets in Asia.”

Pacific Asia Petroleum, Inc. is engaged in the business of oil and gas exploration, development, production and trading in Asia and the Pacific Rim countries, with a specific focus on developing a broad range of energy opportunities in the People’s Republic of China. The Company’s executive offices are located in Hartsdale, New York, and the Company also has offices located in Beijing, The People’s Republic of China.

Contact:

Pacific Asia Petroleum, Inc. New York, USA George Unser

914-472-6756

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