[ET Net News Agency, 29 September 2020] Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited
(00388) said Mr Li Xiaojia, Charles (Mr Li) has today informed the board of directors of
HKEX of his wish to retire early from his role as the Chief Executive of HKEX.
With the full support and agreement of the board, Mr Li will remain as the Chief
Executive of HKEX and an ex-officio member of the board until 31 December 2020. Effective
1 January 2021, he will take up the role of Senior Advisor to the Board for 6 months,
continuing to provide guidance and ensuring a smooth transition.
The board also announced the appointment of Mr Tai Chi Kin, Calvin as the Interim Chief
Executive of HKEX effective 1 January 2021, following Mr Li's retirement as the Chief
Executive of HKEX and an ex-officio member of the board on 31 December 2020. Mr Tai will
also become an ex-officio member of the board effective 1 January 2021. (RC)