
Gov’t announces appointments to HKEX board
It will take effect after HKEX’s 2025 AGM.
The government has announced the reappointment of Carlson Tong Ka-shing and Joseph Yam Chi-kwong as members of the board of directors of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX). Additionally, Ding Chen has been appointed as a new board member.
The appointments will take effect following the conclusion of HKEX’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in 2025 and will remain valid until the AGM in 2027, a term of approximately two years.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan highlighted Ding’s expertise in asset and wealth management, stating that her market knowledge and connections will support HKEX’s growth and Hong Kong’s role as a financial hub.
Chan also expressed gratitude to outgoing director Nisa Leung for her contributions to HKEX’s development over the years.
The HKEX board includes up to six government-appointed directors, six elected by shareholders, and the chief executive of HKEX. Other appointed members are Chan Kin-por, Herbert Chia Pun-kok, and Susan Chow Woo Mo-fong.