People's Insurance of China LtdTan Jiong appointed as Party Secretary, likely to become chairman; his banking and financial background may influence PICC's strategy, but impact unclear.

The central authorities have decided to appoint Tan Jiong as Party Secretary of the People's Insurance Company Group of China. On the afternoon of July 23, leading officials from the Organization Department of the CPC Central Committee attended a PICC cadre meeting to announce the appointment. According to convention, after the relevant procedures are completed, the 60-year-old Tan Jiong will become chairman of PICC. Tan Jiong previously served as deputy party secretary, vice chairman, and president of China Development Bank, with extensive experience in banking and a background as a vice governor in charge of finance.
People's Insurance of China LtdTan Jiong appointed as Party Secretary, likely to become chairman; his banking and financial background may influence PICC's strategy, but impact unclear.
Tan Jiong leaves CDB presidency; leadership change may affect CDB's operations, but no specific impact stated.