Xi Niu Cai Jing·2026-01-13 05:34Group 1 - The core point of the news is that Hou Xiaohai, former chairman of China Resources Beer, has officially joined Charoen Pokphand Group as the Chief Operating Officer for China, overseeing daily operations in the region [2] - Hou Xiaohai will focus on the marketing integration of Charoen Pokphand Group's consumer goods in China, including businesses related to eggs, pork, chicken, food, and feed [2] - The news about Hou's appointment has been confirmed by sources, although he has not directly verified it himself [2] Group 2 - Hou Xiaohai worked for over 20 years within the China Resources Beer system and resigned from his positions as executive director and chairman in June 2025, citing a desire to dedicate more time to personal arrangements [5] - Charoen Pokphand Group is a diversified multinational enterprise founded in 1921 by Thai-Chinese brothers, with operations spanning over 10 industries, including agriculture, food, retail, telecommunications, finance, real estate, pharmaceuticals, and machinery [5] - Charoen Pokphand's feed and food brands are well-known in the domestic market, and the popular variety show "CP Variety" is a collaboration between Charoen Pokphand Group and China Central Television [5]