Goldstone Capital Group Limited (Stock code: 1160) announced that, effective January 26, 2026, Mr. Jin Qingjun has been appointed as a non-executive director and chairman of the board. Mr. Jin, aged 68, graduated from Anhui University with a bachelor’s degree in English and American literature, followed by a master’s degree in international law from the Graduate School of China University of Political Science and Law. In 2009, he completed a research program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

Mr. Jin is currently a senior partner at King & Wood Mallesons, specializing in securities, finance, investment, real estate, corporate affairs, and other related legal fields. He has over 30 years of experience in securities-related legal affairs, having previously served as general legal counsel of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and a member of its Listing Regulatory Council. He has also served as an independent non-executive director at multiple publicly listed companies, and as an arbitrator and mediator in various professional organizations. Under his initial three-year term, Mr. Jin will receive annual remuneration of HK$360,000, with an option for discretionary bonus based on the board’s determination.

The announcement also confirms that following Mr. Jin’s appointment, Goldstone Capital Group Limited remains non-compliant with certain listing rules. Previously, the passing of a former board member on January 24, 2026 caused the board to fall below the requirements of Rules 3.10(1), 3.21, and 3.25 of the Listing Rules. In addition, with Mr. Jin’s appointment, the company is not meeting the requirement under Rule 3.10A, which mandates that independent non-executive directors represent at least one-third of the board. Efforts are underway to identify a new independent non-executive director within three months from January 24, 2026 to restore compliance. The company plans to make another announcement once a suitable candidate is appointed.