The board of directors of Allied Group Limited announced that Ms. Yang Lai Sum Lisa has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director and a member of each of Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee and Nomination Committee of the company with effect from November 1, 2013. Ms. Yang is an independent non-executive director of Tian An China Investments Company Limited. Ms. Yang has been appointed for a specific term until 31 December 2014, but will be subject to retirement and re-election at the annual general meetings of the company in accordance with the articles of association of the company or any other applicable laws from time to time whereby she shall vacate her office.

In accordance with the Articles of Association, Ms. Yang will hold office until the next general meeting of the company and will be eligible for re-election.