Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-03-06 00:10Group 1 - China National Airlines (00753.HK) announced the retirement of Mr. Wang Mingyuan as Vice Chairman, Executive Director, and President effective March 5, 2026 [3] - Mr. Qu Guangji has been appointed as the new President of the company, effective the same day [3] - The board has proposed to appoint Mr. Qu as Executive Director and Vice Chairman, pending shareholder approval [3] Group 2 - Mr. Qu Guangji, aged 56, holds a degree in Economic Statistics from Xi'an Statistical Institute and has obtained a Master's in Economics from Northeast University of Finance and Economics, as well as an MBA from Tsinghua University and French National School of Bridges and Roads [5] - His career includes various leadership roles at China Southern Airlines, including General Manager of Marketing and Network Revenue Departments, and General Manager of several regional branches [5][6] - From July 2023 to January 2026, he served as Deputy General Manager and Party Member of China Southern Airlines Group, and from January 2026, he will be the General Manager and Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of China Aviation Group [6]