Government appoints directors to HKEX Board

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     The Government announced today (February 27) that the Financial Secretary had reappointed Mr Chan Kin-por and Mr Herbert Chia Pun-kok as members of the Board of Directors of the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), and appointed Mr Clement Chan Kam-wing as a member of the Board of Directors of the HKEX. The reappointments and appointment will take effect from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the HKEX in 2026 until the conclusion of its AGM in 2028, a term of around two years.

     The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, said, "Mr Clement Chan possesses extensive experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the accounting and auditing sector, and has broad participation in public service relating to the securities and futures market. He will be able to support the HKEX in promoting the high-quality and sustainable development of the market."

     Mr Paul Chan also expressed his sincere gratitude to the retiring director, Mrs Susan Chow, for her contribution to the development of the HKEX over the years.

     The above appointments are made in accordance with Section 77 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance. The Board of Directors of the HKEX comprises a maximum of six directors appointed by the Financial Secretary, a maximum of six directors elected by shareholders, and the Chief Executive of the HKEX. Other incumbent directors appointed by the Financial Secretary are Mr Carlson Tong Ka-shing, Mr Joseph Yam Chi-kwong and Ms Ding Chen.

Ends/Friday, February 27, 2026
Issued at HKT 17:00

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