Metech International Limited considered the recommendation of the Nominating Committee and having reviewed and considered the qualifications, working experience and suitability of Mr. Long Zheng, is of the view that Mr. Long has the requisite experience and capability to assume the responsibility as Independent Director of the Company, with effect from March 9, 2023. Further, the Board also considers Mr. Long to be independent for the purpose of Rule 704(7) of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited Listing Manual Section B: Rules of Catalist (the "Catalist Rules"). Accordingly, the Board of Directors approved the appointment of Mr. Long as Independent Director of the Company.

Job Title: Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee and a member of the Nominating Committee and Remuneration Committee. Working Experience: 2019 to Present Longer Services Pte. Ltd. - Director and Manager 2016 to Present Chong De Construction Pte.

Ltd. - Marketing Manager 2005 to Present EV Star International Pte. Ltd. - Director and Manager 2017 to 2020 Guangzhou Lange Study Abroad Service Co Ltd. - Manager. Professional Qualifications: Master of Business Administration, Shanghai Jiaotong University Diploma in Mechatronics, Temasek Polytechnic Diploma in Metal Construction and Welding, Changchun Institute of Technology.