HSBC Holdings (00005): Pak Lai-shan appointed as independent non-executive director

According to the Zhitong Finance App, HSBC Holdings (00005) announced that HSBC Holdings Limited (HSBC or the “Company”) announced today that it has appointed Elizabeth Alison Platt (Elizabeth Alison Platt), 64, as an independent non-executive director with effect from October 1, 2026. At that time, she will be a member of the Group Remuneration Committee, Group Risk Management Committee, and Nomination and Corporate Governance Committee.

The board of directors has also appointed Lady Sarah Paik to replace Lady Van Baen as the chairman of the Group's Remuneration Committee, but is still subject to regulatory approval. Mrs Van Baen was previously appointed chairman of HSBC UK Bank plc. After receiving approval from regulators, Lysan Bai will take over the position on February 24, 2027, after HSBC announces the full year results on February 23, 2027.