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Stanley Choi now a substantial shareholder in AirAsia Group

He acquires 167.1 mil shares in the first tranche of private placement

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 25 Feb 2021 12:34PM

Stanley Choi now a substantial shareholder in AirAsia Group
Stanley Choi Chiu Fai is chairman of Head & Shoulders Financial Group, and chairman and executive director of International Entertainment Corporation. – Twitter pic, February 25, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR – Stanley Choi Chiu Fai, chairman of Head & Shoulders Financial Group, and chairman and executive director of International Entertainment Corporation (IEC), has joined AirAsia Group Bhd as a substantial shareholder.

He joined the group via his wholly owned entity Positive Boom Ltd on February 18, AirAsia said in a statement today.

Choi acquired 167.1 million AirAsia shares in the first tranche of the private placement, raising his shareholding in the group to 332.5 million shares, equating to a 8.96% stake.

“It is my great pleasure and honour to gain a substantial ownership stake in AirAsia Group as the low-cost airline has a very bright future ahead. I look forward to working with everyone at AirAsia,” he said.

Meanwhile, AirAsia executive chairman Datuk Kamarudin Meranun said the group is thrilled to welcome Choi as a strategic shareholder, bringing an impressive track record and solid reputation as a business powerhouse to the group.

“We are confident that he will add value to our digital business development in China through his vast experience and network with top digital players in the country,” he said. – Bernama, February 25, 2021

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