Shenzhen Branch to Open on 22 Sept 2008

Following approval by the China Banking Regulatory Commission (CBRC), Shenzhen office, the company's Shenzhen branch will open on 22 Sept 2008 and will engage in banking services approved by the CBRC and authorized by the company's headquarters.

Board of Directors
19 Sept 2008


Source: Shanghai Stock Exchange

Date: 19 Sept 2008

CN01/IS/LZ/BT/KM