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We forward herewith a press statement to be released by Telekom Malaysia Berhad today on the above matter for Bursa Malaysia's information.
Kuala Lumpur, 30/7/2004 – Telekom Malaysia today announced that its Chairman, YBhg. Tan Sri Dato’ Ir. Muhammad Radzi Haji Mansor will take over Chairmanship of Celcom (Malaysia) Berhad [“Celcom”], a wholly owned subsidiary of Telekom Malaysia when the existing Chairman of Celcom, YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Mohd. Munir bin Abdul Majid, becomes Chairman of Malaysian Airlines System Berhad with effect from 1 August 2004.
In addition, YBhg. Dato’ Ng Kong Yeam, YBhg Dato’ Lim Kheng Guan, and Encik Rosli bin Man will relinquish their Directorship in Celcom effective from 1 August 2004, in the move to reduce the size of the Celcom Board.
With the changes, the Board of Directors of Celcom shall comprise seven members. This is in line with the new guidelines announced by the Government with respect to the restructuring of the Board and Management of Government Linked Companies (GLCs), whereby a smaller board, comprising six to ten members, is encouraged for a more effective and focused management.
Following the changes, the Board of Directors of Celcom shall comprise:
|
Name of Directors |
Designation |
1. |
Tan Sri Dato’ Ir. Muhammad Radzi Haji Mansor |
Chairman |
2. |
Dato’ Abdul Wahid Omar |
Deputy Chairman |
3. |
Dato’ Mohamed Yunus Ramli Abbas |
Chief Executive Officer |
4. |
Datuk Azzat Kamaluddin |
Director |
5. |
Mr.Tan Poh Keat |
Director |
6. |
Encik Ismael Fariz Ali |
Director |
7. |
Encik Yusof Annuar Yaacob |
Director |
YBhg. Tan Sri Ir Md Radzi, is no stranger to the telecommunications industry. Having served in various capacities within the industry for over three decades, YBhg. Tan Sri Ir Md Radzi was appointed as the Chairman of Telekom Malaysia in July 1999, a position he still holds. In accepting his appointment as the Chairman of Celcom, YBhg. Tan Sri Ir Md Radzi said that he looks forward to working closely with the Celcom team for the future growth of the Company. Telekom Malaysia Board, at the conclusion of its meeting held on 27 July 2004 took the opportunity to thank the outgoing Chairman of Celcom, YBhg. Dato’ Dr Mohd Munir Majid and the outgoing Directors, namely, YBhg. Dato’ Ng Kong Yeam, YBhg Dato’ Lim Kheng Guan, and Encik Rosli bin Man for their invaluable contributions and support during their tenure on the Board of Celcom. REFERENCE NO : 42/CA/CC/0/0728 (2004) ISSUED BY : Corporate Communications Telekom Malaysia Berhad Level 8, Menara Telekom Jalan Pantai Baharu 50672 Kuala Lumpur ENQUIRIES : Please contact : Encik Kairul Mohamed Zamzam - 03-22402662 T.Yoges - 03-22402611 DATE : 30 July 2004