CITIC Bank International, the overseas arm of China Citic Bank Corporation Limited (ASX: 601998), is witnessing another significant change in its executive leadership following the recent announcement of a new chief executive. According to market reports, Ms. SUI Yang, who served as Chief Financial Officer for over four years, left her position early last week and has since joined Chong Hing Bank, a member of the Yuexiu Group, where she will assume the role of Deputy Chief Executive Officer.

Ms. Sui brings a wealth of experience from the local Chinese banking sector to her new position. Industry records indicate that she graduated from Central University of Finance and Economics (formerly the Central Institute of Finance and Banking), holding both a bachelor's and master's degree in economics, as well as a doctorate in finance from Southwestern University of Finance and Economics. She is also a member of the Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Prior to her tenure at CITIC Bank International, Ms. Sui held key senior positions at Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited, where she earned a reputation within the industry as a highly capable and meticulous financial steward. As a crucial financial platform under the Yuexiu Group umbrella, Chong Hing Bank has been actively expanding its business footprint across the Hong Kong market in recent years, and her appointment is seen as a strategic move to bolster its senior management team.