Agricultural Bank of China appoints Zhang Qi as independent director

Agricultural Bank of China (SSE:601288) announced the appointment of Zhang Qi as an independent director, effective May 28, 2025. The appointment follows approval from the National Administration of Financial Regulation per document 金复〔2025〕314号. Zhang Qi will also serve on the board's "Three Rural Issues" Finance and Inclusive Finance Development Committee, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and the Related Party Transaction Control Committee. Details of Zhang Qi's resume can be found on the Shanghai Stock Exchange website (www.sse.com.cn) in the "Agricultural Bank of China Co., Ltd. 2025 First Extraordinary General Meeting Materials." This announcement underscores the bank's ongoing commitment to sound corporate governance practices.