Sunway Bhd has appointed Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar as its co-chairman, effective July 1, 2026.
In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the group said Abdul Wahid, who currently serves as an independent non-executive director of Sunway, has been redesignated to the role following the retirement of Datuk Seri Idris Jala.
Sunway Bhd, Co-Chairman – Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar.
The company expressed its appreciation to Idris for his contributions during his tenure as co-chairman.
“The board of Sunway thanks Idris for his invaluable contributions during his tenure as co-chairman of Sunway and wishes him all the best in his future endeavours,” the company said.
Abdul Wahid brings extensive leadership experience from both the corporate and public sectors. He served as president and chief executive officer of Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) from May 2008, where he oversaw the bank’s regional expansion and transformation initiatives.
Prior to leading Maybank, he was the group chief executive officer of Telekom Malaysia Bhd from July 2004 until the company’s demerger with Axiata Group Bhd in April 2008. During his tenure, he played a key role in strengthening the group’s telecommunications business and driving its strategic restructuring.
Widely recognised as one of Malaysia’s most respected corporate leaders, Abdul Wahid has also held several prominent positions in both government-linked and private sector organisations, contributing significantly to corporate governance, business transformation and national economic development.
His appointment as co-chairman is expected to further strengthen Sunway’s leadership as the group continues to expand its diversified businesses across property, construction, healthcare, education and infrastructure.
The leadership transition forms part of Sunway’s ongoing board succession planning and commitment to maintaining strong governance and strategic oversight.
