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On November 28, the Hong Kong Institute of Directors held its annual dinner and awards ceremony at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Yan Jian Guo, a Justice of the Peace, Chairman of the China Overseas, and Chairman of China Overseas Land & Investment, was awarded the "Outstanding Director Award" (for Executive Directors of Listed Companies) and the inaugural "Climate Governance Award." He is the only Executive Director to receive both honors at this event. Ma Fu Jun, Director and Deputy General Manager of China Ocean Group, also attended the ceremony.
The Hong Kong Institute of Directors stated that Mr. Yan Jian Guo has demonstrated exceptional leadership in establishing the company's strategic direction, showcasing excellent corporate governance and professional director qualities. He was also recognized for his outstanding achievements in climate governance and for leading the board to take relevant climate action.
In his acceptance speech, Yan Jian Guo noted that this year marks the 45th anniversary of the establishment of China Overseas and China Overseas Land & Investment. He expressed that receiving the award is of great significance to the company and thanked the judging panel for their recognition. He pointed out that China Overseas Land & Investment has been listed in Hong Kong for 32 years and, as a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Index, aims for a sustainable legacy over the next century. He expressed confidence in the economic and social prosperity of Hong Kong and looks forward to collaborating with all sectors to create a better tomorrow.
In recent years, China Overseas Land & Investment has actively enhanced its performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects, leading in various sustainable development indices and ratings. This includes being selected as a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Sustainable Development Enterprises Index (the top 30 listed companies in Hong Kong for ESG performance), ranking in the top 10% of global companies in the Morningstar Sustainalytics ESG risk rating, and achieving a high score in LSEG ESG ratings, placing third among global real estate companies and first among mainland real estate enterprises.
Looking ahead, China Overseas Land & Investment will adhere to the development philosophy of being a "Four Good Company"—good products, good services, good benefits, and good citizenship—to create value for shareholders and build a better and more livable space for enjoyment.
The "Outstanding Director Award" was established by the Hong Kong Institute of Directors in 2001 as Asia's first award for directors, aimed at recognizing the exceptional professionalism of company boards and their contributions to high-level corporate governance. It is a highly influential corporate governance award. This year, the Hong Kong Institute of Directors launched the inaugural "Climate Governance Award" to recognize and inspire directors and boards for their outstanding performance in climate governance.
Representatives from the China Overseas office, financial department, and relevant personnel from China Overseas Land & Investment attended the event.
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