Independent Director Candidate Declaration

Ye Yongfu, a candidate for independent directorship, has declared that he neither has private relations with the company or its related-parties, nor has he assumed any positions with related-parties of the company that may exert an adverse effect on his independence as an independent director. Ye will maintain his independence during his term of office in accordance with relevant regulations.

Candidate for independent directorship: Ye Yongfu
17 Aug 2008


Source: Securities Times

Date: 19 Aug 2008

CN01/SS/DM/BT/KM