Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2026-01-06 17:56Core Viewpoint - China International Airlines Co., Ltd. plans to sell approximately 1.61% of its stake in Cathay Pacific Airways, amounting to 108,080,000 shares, at a price of HKD 12.22 per share, totaling approximately HKD 1.321 billion [1][3]. Transaction Overview - The transaction will be executed through a block trade on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with the expected completion within three trading days after the signing of the placement agreement [3]. - The estimated pre-tax profit from this sale is approximately RMB 182 million, based on an exchange rate of 1 HKD to 0.90141 RMB [3]. Board Approval - The transaction was approved by the company's board of directors with a vote of 6 in favor, 0 against, and 3 abstentions, with certain directors recusing themselves due to their positions at Cathay Pacific [4]. Transaction Details - The transaction does not constitute a related party transaction or a significant asset restructuring and does not require shareholder approval [2][5]. - The shares being sold are part of the company's strategic investment in Cathay Pacific, which began in 2006 [7]. Company Position Post-Transaction - After the sale, the company will maintain a reasonable level of ownership in Cathay Pacific and continues to view Cathay Pacific's development prospects positively [9].