Guangzhou Rural Commercial Bank Co., Ltd. (1551) announced that the Guangdong Bureau of National Financial Regulatory Administration has approved the qualification of Mr. Zhu Guilong as an independent director. According to the announcement, Mr. Zhu’s term of office commenced on February 14, 2026, and will run until the end of the fourth session of the board of directors. The bank notes that Mr. Zhu is eligible for re-election afterward. The approval follows earlier disclosures dated November 22, 2024, November 28, 2024, and December 13, 2024. With Mr. Zhu’s appointment, the bank has re-complied with Rule 3.10A of the Listing Rules, as independent non-executive directors now represent one-third of the board’s composition.

As of the date of the announcement, the board comprises three executive directors, seven non-executive directors, and five independent non-executive directors. The bank confirms there are no other material changes to Mr. Zhu’s previously disclosed biographical details.