As announced by Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (“HKEx”) on 12 September 2012, the Board of Directors of HKEx approved the renewal of the employment contract of Mr Li Xiaojia, Charles (“Mr Li”) as the Chief Executive of HKEx for a further 3-year term from 16 October 2012 to 15 October 2015. Pursuant to Section 70 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance, the Securities and Futures Commission has today given its written approval of the reappointment.
Mr Li joined HKEx in October 2009 and became the Chief Executive and a director of HKEx effective 16 January 2010. His biographical details are available on the HKEx corporate website (www.hkex.com.hk).
By Order of the Board
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited
Joseph Mau
Company Secretary