Chen Deming at the press conference.

Chinese companies cannot return to Libya under the present security situation, said Minister of Commerce Chen Deming Wednesday on the sidelines of the fifth session of the 11th National People's Congress.

When answering a question raised by China.org.cn journalist, Chen said China is requiring the Libya authorities to give compensation to Chinese companies in accordance with international practice.

During the north African country's civil war last year, Chinese companies have suffered losses.