SINOCHEM INTERNATIONAL(SH:600500) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-09-13 20:22Core Viewpoint - Zhonghua International (600500) has announced significant governance changes, including the cancellation of its supervisory board and the establishment of an Audit and Risk Committee to assume its responsibilities, alongside plans for a shareholder meeting to discuss these changes and other financial matters [1][2][3]. Company Announcements - The company reported a stock price increase of 4.83% this week, closing at 4.56 yuan, with a total market capitalization of 16.364 billion yuan, ranking 17th in the chemical products sector [1]. - The 11th meeting of the 10th Board of Directors was held on September 12, 2025, where several key resolutions were passed, including the cancellation of the supervisory board and the provision of counter-guarantees for a subsidiary [1][2]. - A temporary shareholder meeting is scheduled for September 29, 2025, to discuss the cancellation of the supervisory board, amendments to the company’s articles of association, and other significant resolutions [3][6]. Financial Guarantees - Zhonghua International plans to provide a counter-guarantee of $5.84 million for its subsidiary Halcyon Agri Corporation Limited, which is part of a $200 million financing arrangement [4]. - The company has already provided a total guarantee balance of approximately 2.196 billion yuan for Halcyon Agri, with a cumulative external guarantee balance of 2.908 billion yuan, representing 23.11% of the net assets attributable to the parent company [4][6]. Governance Structure - The newly established Audit and Risk Committee will consist of three directors, including at least two independent directors, and will oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance with legal regulations [5]. - The committee will hold regular quarterly meetings and has the authority to propose the hiring or dismissal of accounting firms and financial officers [5].