Edmund Sze-Wing Tse, the longstanding Independent Non-executive Chairman of AIA Group, has announced his retirement effective 30 September 2025. After over six decades with AIA, Tse will be succeeded by Sir Mark Tucker, who will assume the role on 1 October 2025, pending regulatory approval.
Tse, who has been instrumental in shaping AIA’s success, expressed his gratitude for the support of his colleagues and confidence in Tucker’s leadership. “Mark’s significant contributions to AIA during his tenure as the Group Chief Executive and President have been substantial and enduring,” Tse stated.
Sir Mark Tucker, who previously served as AIA’s Group Chief Executive Officer and President from 2010 to 2017, will also become Chairman of the Nomination Committee and a member of the Remuneration Committee. Tucker brings over 40 years of experience in the financial services industry, having worked across Asia, the US, the UK, and Africa. He will conclude his role as Non-executive Group Chairman of HSBC Holdings on 30 September 2025.
Lee Yuan Siong, AIA Group Chief Executive and President, praised Tse’s unparalleled contributions, noting his role in establishing a strong foundation for AIA. “Edmund’s vision and ambition have been instrumental in shaping AIA into the leading franchise it is today,” Lee remarked.
Sir Mark expressed his honour in taking on the role, stating, “I look forward to working with the Board, Yuan Siong, the Executive team, colleagues, agents, and partners across the region to build on the Group’s success.”
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