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Inari Amertron Bhd has appointed its independent director Datuk Phang Ah Tong as the group’s new chairman, effective Tuesday, as part of a broader boardroom reshuffle within the semiconductor company. Phang, 69, succeeds Tengku Puteri Seri Kemala Tengku Aishah, who has been redesignated as a non-independent director, according to a filing with Bursa Malaysia. The group said Phang has served as an independent director since February 2018 and brings extensive experience in governance and industry oversight. He is also a board member of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida), a position he has held since January 2026. Tengku Puteri Seri Kemala, also 69, is the sister of the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah. She has been part of Inari’s board for nearly 16 years since joining the group in September 2010. In a separate announcement, Inari said Chong Poh Leng has been redesignated as an executive director in addition to her existing role as group chief financial officer, further strengthening the company’s executive leadership team. The group also noted that independent and non-executive director Dr Tunku Alina Raja Muhd Alias has resigned, citing time constraints. The board changes come amid active leadership adjustments within the group as it continues to strengthen governance and operational oversight in the semiconductor space. On the market front, Inari shares rose four sen or 1.8% to close at RM2.27 ahead of the announcements, giving the company a market capitalisation of approximately RM8.65 billion.

UOB has appointed George Tung as the new Chief Executive Officer of its Hong Kong Branch, effective July 1, 2026, as part of the bank’s strategy to strengthen regional connectivity and support growing cross-border business between mainland China and ASEAN. Tung succeeds Adaline Zheng, who will assume the role of CEO of UOB China. UOB Deputy Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Wee Ee Cheong said Hong Kong plays an increasingly important role as a connector between mainland China and ASEAN, adding that the bank is sharpening its focus on enhancing its wholesale banking, private banking and wealth management capabilities. Tung brings more than three decades of banking experience spanning mainland China, Hong Kong, South Korea and ASEAN markets. He joined UOB in 2010 and spent a decade leading the Hong Kong Branch’s Wholesale Banking business, overseeing client coverage as well as investment banking, transaction banking, client fulfilment services and portfolio management. In 2021, he was appointed Country Manager of UOB South Korea, where he strengthened strategic partnerships with leading Korean and international institutions while expanding market connectivity between South Korea and ASEAN. As CEO of UOB Hong Kong Branch, Tung will be responsible for setting the branch’s strategic direction, driving business growth and reinforcing UOB’s position as a key banking partner connecting clients across Hong Kong, mainland China and ASEAN. He will also lead efforts to strengthen the bank’s wholesale and private banking businesses, deepen client relationships and enhance engagement with regulators and customers. Established in 1965, UOB Hong Kong Branch was the bank’s first overseas branch and remains a key part of its regional network supporting cross-border trade, investment and wealth management activities.

UOB has appointed Adaline Zheng as the new Chief Executive Officer of UOB China, effective July 1, 2026, as the bank strengthens its cross-border banking capabilities and deepens connectivity between China and ASEAN. Zheng succeeds Peter Foo, who is retiring after 15 years with the bank, having played a key role in building UOB’s China-ASEAN connectivity business. UOB Deputy Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Wee Ee Cheong said China remains a major driver of trade, investment and cross-border flows with ASEAN, and the bank is committed to enhancing its capabilities to better support customers’ regional expansion plans. With more than 20 years of banking experience across mainland China and Hong Kong, Zheng joined UOB China in 2018 as Head of Wholesale Banking, overseeing Corporate Banking, Commercial Banking, Financial Institutions, Structured Trade and Commodity Finance, Transaction Banking and Investment Banking. In March 2024, she was appointed CEO of UOB Hong Kong Branch after holding various senior leadership roles in wholesale and investment banking at a multinational bank. As CEO of UOB China, Zheng will oversee the bank’s operations in mainland China, drive its strategic priorities and strengthen its cross-border banking capabilities to facilitate greater connectivity between China and ASEAN. Headquartered in Shanghai, UOB China was incorporated in 2007 and operates across key economic regions in mainland China, offering wholesale banking and global markets services while leveraging UOB’s regional network to support clients’ cross-border trade and investment activities. Wee said Zheng’s deep regional experience and strong capital markets background position her well to lead UOB China into its next phase of growth while further strengthening long-term customer relationships.

Moomoo Singapore has appointed Jeyson Ng as its Chief Executive Officer, marking a new phase of growth as the digital investment platform expands its presence within Singapore’s financial ecosystem and strengthens its position across the region. Before taking on the CEO role, Jeyson held senior leadership positions across the financial services and capital markets industry, bringing extensive experience in exchange development, market strategy, institutional engagement and ecosystem partnerships. Since joining Moomoo Singapore, he has played a key role in driving the company’s strategic expansion, strengthening industry collaborations and advancing its long-term vision of technology-enabled investing and investor empowerment. As CEO, Jeyson will focus on four strategic priorities: Deepening investor education and financial literacy programmes Accelerating the adoption of AI-driven investing tools and intelligent investment experiences Expanding access to global investment opportunities and institutional-grade capabilities Strengthening partnerships across Singapore’s financial and capital markets ecosystem Echo Zhao, Country Head of Moomoo Singapore, said Jeyson’s combination of capital markets expertise, industry relationships and strategic leadership experience will be instrumental as the company enters its next stage of development. He noted that Singapore continues to strengthen its position as a global financial hub and expressed confidence that Jeyson is well positioned to deepen the company’s local market presence, enhance industry partnerships and deliver greater value to investors. Advancing Technology and Investor Education Over the past year, Moomoo Singapore has expanded its market presence through a series of initiatives focused on investor education, ecosystem partnerships and technology innovation. Among these is the launch of Moo Academy, the company’s flagship investor education platform aimed at building a stronger and more connected financial ecosystem by bringing together financial institutions, listed companies, industry partners and retail investors. The company has also accelerated its artificial intelligence strategy through the introduction of innovations such as Moomoo AI and Moomoo API Skills, reinforcing its commitment to providing smarter, data-driven and intuitive investing experiences. These initiatives form part of Moomoo Singapore’s broader mission to empower investors through advanced technology, actionable insights and intelligent investment tools, while encouraging greater retail participation in Singapore’s capital markets through education, market intelligence and access to diversified global investment products. Jeyson said Singapore remains one of the world’s most trusted and resilient financial centres, adding that the future of investing will increasingly be shaped by digitalisation, global connectivity and artificial intelligence. He said investors today are seeking not only broader market access but also smarter tools that can help them analyse information, identify opportunities and make more informed investment decisions. According to Jeyson, artificial intelligence will play a transformative role in making sophisticated market insights, data and execution capabilities more accessible to everyday investors, and he looks forward to working closely with the company’s team, partners and regulators to continue building a trusted and intelligent investing platform for Singapore and the wider region.