Dear shareholders and shareholder representatives:
In 2025, as an independent director of Guangdong TCL Smart Appliances Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "the Company") on the sixth board of directors, I strictly maintained the independence and professional ethics of independent directors in accordance with the provisions of the Company Law of the People's Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as "the Company Law"), the Guidelines for the Governance of Listed Companies, the Management Measures for Independent Directors of Listed Companies, and other relevant laws and regulations, as well as the requirements of the Articles of Association and the Independent Director System. I faithfully and diligently performed my duties, exercised the powers granted to independent directors in a lawful, compliant, cautious, and responsible manner, actively attended relevant meetings of the Company, carefully reviewed various proposals, and effectively safeguarded the interests of the Company and all shareholders, especially minority shareholders. I hereby report on the performance of my duties as an independent director in 2025:
I. Basic Information of the Independent Director
(1) Work Experience and Professional Background
I, Liu Ning, born in 1968, of Chinese nationality, without permanent residency abroad, hold a Master's degree in Business Administration. I have previously served as the Deputy General Manager and Secretary of the Board of Directors of China Merchants Shekou Industrial Zone Holdings Co., Ltd., and as a Non-Executive Director of China Merchants Land Limited. I am currently an independent director of Han's Laser Technology Industry Group Co., Ltd. and CIMC Vehicles (Group) Co., Ltd. Since June 26, 2024, I have served as an independent director of the Company.
(2) Concurrent Positions
| Name | Position in the Company | Concurrent Positions | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liu Ning | Independent Director of the Sixth Board, Member of the Audit Committee, Convener of the Remuneration and Assessment Committee | Han's Laser Technology Industry Group Co., Ltd. | Independent Director |
| CIMC Vehicles (Group) Co., Ltd. | Independent Director | ||
| Shangwei Co., Ltd. | Director | ||
| Cao Cao Mobility Co., Ltd. | Independent Non-Executive Director |
(3) Independence Statement
I independently perform my duties, and my position complies with the independence requirements stipulated in Article 6 of the Management Measures for Independent Directors of Listed Companies. I have no relationships with the Company's major shareholders, actual controllers, or other entities or individuals with interests related to the Company that would affect my independence.
II. Annual Performance Overview of the Independent Director
(1) Attendance at Board and Shareholder Meetings
In 2025, with a diligent and responsible attitude, I actively participated in the board and shareholder meetings convened by the Company, carefully reviewed meeting materials, actively engaged in discussions on various topics, and provided reasonable suggestions, playing a positive role in the board's correct and scientific decision-making. The convening and holding of the board and shareholder meetings in 2025 complied with legal procedures, and major operational decisions and other significant matters were carried out according to regulations, being lawful and effective. The attendance at meetings in 2025 is as follows:
- I attended a total of 6 board meetings and 2 shareholder meetings, with no instances of failing to personally attend two consecutive board meetings. I voted in favor of all proposals reviewed at the board meetings I attended, with no objections or abstentions.
- During the reporting period, I did not authorize other independent directors to attend board meetings on my behalf.
- During the reporting period, I did not raise objections to any major matters of the Company.