Axiata Appoints Didi Syafruddin As Independent Non-Executive Director
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KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd has appointed Didi Syafruddin Yahya as an independent non-executive director, effective June 1, 2025.
In a statement today, it said Didi Syafruddin's appointment to Axiata's board of directors aligns with the group's commitment to financial excellence, strategic expansion, and corporate governance in an evolving digital and telecom landscape.
"His insights into investment strategy, risk management, and financial transformation will be pivotal in advancing Axiata's growth,' it said.
Axiata said Didi Syafruddin, who is currently PT Bank CIMB Niaga Tbk president commissioner and CIMB Group Holdings Bhd senior independent director, has been instrumental in strengthening board governance, risk management, and financial strategy.
His leadership experience includes senior roles at JP Morgan Malaysia and Indonesia, Morgan Grenfell, and Arthur Andersen & Co., making him a key driver in investment banking and financial sustainability.
He brings over three decades of expertise in strategic financial management, risk oversight, and investment advisory.
Didi Syafruddin has a Master of Arts from the University of Cambridge and a Fellow Chartered Accountant designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Axiata chairman Tan Sri Shahril Ridza Ridzuan said Didi Syafruddin's extensive leadership experience and financial acumen are highly valuable to Axiata's future strategy.
"We are delighted to welcome him and look forward to his contributions," he said.
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