EASA(300215) Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-06-03 15:14Core Viewpoint - The ongoing conflict between the major shareholders of Electric Science Institute (SZ300215) has intensified, particularly regarding the dismissal of directors appointed by the second-largest shareholder, China Inspection and Certification Group Testing Technology Co., Ltd. (CICG Testing) [1][4][6] Shareholder Conflict - The Electric Science Institute held a temporary shareholders' meeting on June 3, 2025, where a proposal was made to dismiss two directors appointed by CICG Testing, leading to a heated atmosphere during the meeting [1][4] - The first major shareholder, Hu Chun, holds a 33.27% stake, while CICG Testing holds 25.40%, indicating a long-standing conflict between the two major shareholders [4][5] Board Dynamics - The board of directors has faced challenges, including the dismissal of Hu Chun as chairman in January 2023, which was supported by the directors from CICG Testing at that time [5][8] - Despite opposition from CICG Testing's directors, Hu Chun was re-elected as chairman in September 2023, highlighting the ongoing governance struggles within the company [5][6] Governance Issues - Concerns were raised about the performance and decision-making of the dismissed directors, with accusations of failing to fulfill their supervisory duties and obstructing shareholder rights [6][7] - The board's decision-making processes have been criticized, with claims of procedural flaws during meetings, although courts have ruled that these flaws did not materially affect the decisions made [8][9] Strategic Interests - CICG Testing, as a strategic investor, has committed to supporting the company's international business expansion, yet there are allegations of actual competition arising from CICG Testing's activities in related fields [7][9] - The conflict has led to operational disruptions, with reports of business stagnation following the proposal to dismiss CICG Testing's directors [9][10]