On July 18, 2025, the Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC") welcomed the re-appointment of Ms Christina Choi, Mr Rico Leung, and Mr Michael Duignan as Executive Directors for a term of three years. Christina Choi will continue in her current role until October 31, 2025, then take over as Executive Director of Corporate Finance. Rico Leung will continue as Executive Director of Supervision of Markets from August 28, 2025. Michael Duignan will become Executive Director of Enforcement from November 1, 2025. Christopher Wilson, the outgoing Executive Director of Enforcement, will not seek re-appointment.
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On July 18, 2025, the Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC") announced the re-appointment of Ms Christina Choi, Mr Rico Leung, and Mr Michael Duignan as Executive Directors for a three-year term. This re-appointment follows their exceptional performance and commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity within the Commission.
Ms Christina Choi, currently serving as Executive Director of Investment Products, will assume the role of Executive Director of Corporate Finance on November 1, 2025. Her transition is expected to bring significant experience and professionalism to the new role. Mr Rico Leung will continue his tenure as Executive Director of Supervision of Markets, effective from August 28, 2025, ensuring the continuity of his leadership and dedication. Mr Michael Duignan, who is currently serving as Executive Director of Corporate Finance, will take on the position of Executive Director of Enforcement, starting on November 1, 2025, following the completion of his current term.
Mr Christopher Wilson, Executive Director of Enforcement, has decided not to seek re-appointment and will leave the Commission upon the completion of his term on October 31, 2025. His tenure has been marked by his instrumental role in leading the Commission’s legal and regulatory actions, as well as fostering strong collaboration with local and international regulatory agencies. In recognition of his contributions, the SFC’s Chairman, Dr Kelvin Wong, expressed his appreciation and wished him success in his future endeavors.
Ms Julia Leung, the SFC’s Chief Executive Officer, expressed her confidence in the continued excellence of Ms Choi, Mr Leung, and Mr Duignan. She noted Christina’s exemplary leadership in Investment Products and Michael’s unique market insights. Dr Wong emphasized the exceptional command of regulatory frameworks and proven expertise of the reappointed directors, underscoring their unwavering commitment to integrity and the forward-thinking regulation they bring to the SFC.
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