HONG KONG, 4 February 2026 – The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of AIA Group Limited (“AIA” or the “Company”; stock codes: 1299 (HKD counter) and 81299 (RMB counter)) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Shu Khoo and Mr. Ku Man (also known as Mr. David Ku) as Independent Non‑executive Directors of the Company, effective 5 February 2026.
These appointments further strengthen the Board’s breadth and depth of experience across people, culture and technology‑enabled innovation in financial services. Both appointees bring extensive leadership backgrounds across Asia’s financial services sector, reinforcing AIA’s commitment to strong governance, effective oversight, and long‑term value creation for its stakeholders.
Sir Mark Tucker, AIA Group Chairman, said, “We are delighted to welcome Shu and David to the Board. Their significant expertise in human capital, technology, and innovation will further strengthen the Board’s oversight as we support the Company’s long‑term growth and the delivery of AIA’s Purpose of helping people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives across Asia.”
ABOUT THE APPOINTEES
Ms. Shu Khoo (aged 64)
Ms. Khoo currently serves as an Independent Non‑executive Director of Shangri‑La Asia Limited and an Independent Director of CIMB Group Holdings Berhad, and previously served as an Independent Non‑executive Director of Kerry Logistics Network Limited. She is also an Independent Non‑executive Director of AIA Company Limited, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of the Company, and served as Group Chief Human Resources Officer of AIA from 2011 to 2018.
Mr. Ku Man (also known as Mr. David Ku) (aged 52)
Mr. Ku is the Chairman and Executive Director of WeBank Co., Ltd. and the Chairman of WeBank Technology Services Limited. He previously held senior executive roles at Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd., including Executive Director of Ping An, with responsibilities spanning channel development, technology and operations, and banking.
REGULATORY DISCLOSURES
Both Ms. Khoo and Mr. Ku have confirmed their independence pursuant to Rule 3.13 of the Listing Rules. Other required disclosures — including shareholding interests, Board committee appointments, and statutory particulars — are set out in the Company’s formal announcement filed with The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
