Ping An Bank Independent Director Liu Feng Releases 2025 Performance Report, Emphasizing Changes in Risk Environment and Business Innovation

Data from China Visitor Network: Ping An Bank Co., Ltd. recently disclosed the 2025 annual performance report of Independent Director Liu Feng. The report shows that Liu Feng diligently fulfilled his duties in 2025, personally attended all 13 board meetings and all related special committee meetings, and expressed independent opinions on several major matters.

During his tenure, Liu Feng focused on new challenges faced by the banking industry, pointing out two main characteristics: the decline in collateralizable asset value and increased vulnerability of business models. He advised Ping An Bank to carefully select industries to enter and explore emerging formats such as “grain economy,” aiming to enhance competitiveness by adding emotional value rather than relying solely on traditional models. Throughout the year, he proposed 35 professional suggestions, all of which were adopted or responded to.

The report details Liu Feng’s supervision of key issues such as related-party transactions, financial reports, senior management appointments, and compensation. In 2025, Ping An Bank disclosed 13 related-party transactions, all approved by special meetings of independent directors. Liu Feng affirmed their fairness and compliance. Additionally, as chairman of the Audit Committee, he led the review of the annual report, internal control evaluation report, and the appointment of accounting firms.

To gain a deeper understanding of operations, Liu Feng conducted research at Nanjing Branch and Hong Kong Branch in April and August 2025, respectively, and participated in anti-money laundering training. The Ping An Bank board provided full support and safeguards for his duties, including timely information sharing, smooth communication channels, and necessary research assistance.

Liu Feng generally evaluated his performance as independent and objective, effectively safeguarding the overall interests of the bank and the rights of small and medium shareholders. Looking ahead to 2026, he stated he will continue to be diligent and responsible, and suggested that the bank organize ongoing research and training for independent directors to improve their effectiveness.