Independent Director's Basic Information
(1) Work Experience, Professional Background, and Concurrent Positions
Luo Yan, female, born in January 1971, Chinese nationality, no permanent residency abroad, holds a doctoral degree. She obtained a bachelor's degree in pressure processing from Central South University in July 1992, a master's degree in material forming engineering from Central South University in April 2000, and a doctoral degree in mechanical engineering from Guangdong University of Technology in December 2006. From July 1992 to June 1995, she served as an assistant engineer at Hengyang Steel Pipe Factory; from July 1995 to August 1997, she was a lecturer at Hengyang Institute of Technology; from September 1997 to April 2000, she pursued her master's degree full-time; from May 2000 to September 2006, she was an associate professor at Nanhua University; and since October 2006, she has been a professor at Shenzhen University. She has served as an independent director of the company since November 2022.
(2) Independence Statement
During her tenure as an independent director, she has not held any position other than that of independent director within the company or its major shareholders, nor are there any circumstances that affect her independence. Her qualifications meet the requirements for independent directors as stipulated in relevant laws and regulations, as well as the company's articles of association. In 2025, she maintained objective and independent professional judgment on the matters reviewed, with no factors affecting her independence.
Overview of Independent Director's Performance in 2025
(1) Attendance at Board and Shareholder Meetings
In 2025, the company held a total of 11 board meetings, and she attended all 11 in person, with no absences or proxy attendances. The company also held 6 shareholder meetings, and she attended all 6 in person. She actively participated in board discussions, reviewed meeting materials diligently, and exercised her voting rights with caution, fully fulfilling her role as an independent director. She believes that the procedures for convening board and shareholder meetings complied with legal requirements, and all significant operational decisions followed the necessary approval processes.