Shanghai Stock Exchange issues revised guide clarifying new board secretary rules
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) issued a revised "Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Rules on the Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies (2026 Revision)" to all listed companies, clarifying new regulations effective May 24, 2026. The guide addresses qualification requirements, including a mandate for over five years of relevant experience, and restrictions on concurrent positions. A transition period for compliance adjustments extends to December 31, 2027.
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SSE Revises Board Secretary Guide, Clarifies Qualifications and Transition Arrangements
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued a revised 'Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Rules for Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (2026 Revision)' to all listed companies in the Shanghai market, according to a Cailian Press report on September 18. The revision addresses frequently asked questions since the implementation of new CSRC regulatory rules for board secretaries, which took effect on May 24 this year. Key clarifications include the scope of board secretaries' duties, qualification requirements, restrictions on concurrent positions, and transitional arrangements. Under the new rules, the transition period for adjustments to board secretaries' appointments and concurrent roles extends until December 31, 2027. The SSE stated that many listed companies have already completed their appointment adjustments and that it will continue to ensure effective implementation of the new rules, guide orderly senior management appointment adjustments during the transition period, and persistently promote improved corporate governance among listed companies.
Read sourceShanghai Stock Exchange Revises Guide for Board Secretaries to Support Their Duties
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued a revised 'Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Rules on the Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies on the SSE (2026 Revision)' to all listed companies in the Shanghai market, according to a report by Cailian Press on September 18. The guide, referred to as the 'Comprehensive Guide for Board Secretaries,' is designed to help listed companies accurately grasp the key points of new rules governing board secretaries, thereby promoting and safeguarding their performance of duties. The revision updates the regulatory framework and key content maps related to board secretaries' duties, based on the institutional background of the new rules' issuance and implementation. It also compiles typical cases regarding the performance of duties by board secretaries for reference. The move reflects the SSE's ongoing efforts to enhance corporate governance and regulatory compliance among listed companies.
Read sourceShanghai Stock Exchange Revises Guide for Board Secretaries to Enhance Duty Performance
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued the 'Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Rules on the Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies on the SSE (2026 Revision)' to all listed companies in the Shanghai market. According to a report from Securities Times, cited by Jin10 Data on September 18, the guide aims to help listed companies accurately grasp the key points of new regulations for board secretaries and further promote and safeguard their performance of duties. The guide updates the regulatory framework and key content maps related to board secretary duties, based on the institutional background of the new rules' issuance and implementation, and compiles typical cases of board secretary duty performance for reference.
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Shanghai Stock Exchange Revises Board Secretary Handbook to Promote Duty Performance
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued a revised 'Handbook for Understanding the Rules on the Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (2026 Revision)' to all listed companies on the Shanghai market, according to a report by Securities Times on September 18. The handbook, referred to as the 'Board Secretary Handbook,' aims to help listed companies accurately grasp the key points of new rules governing board secretaries, thereby promoting and safeguarding the effective performance of their duties. Based on the institutional background of the new rules' issuance and implementation, the handbook updates the regulatory framework and key content maps related to board secretaries' duties and compiles typical cases of board secretary performance for reference. The revision reflects the SSE's ongoing efforts to enhance corporate governance and regulatory compliance among listed companies.
Read sourceShanghai Stock Exchange Revises Board Secretary Guide, Clarifies Qualifications and Transition Rules
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued a revised 'Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Rules for the Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (2026 Revision)' to all listed companies on the Shanghai market. The revision, based on the new Board Secretary Regulations that took effect on May 24, updates the regulatory framework and key content maps for board secretaries' duties. It addresses frequently asked questions regarding qualification requirements, such as the need for over five years of relevant work experience, and restrictions on concurrent positions, including prohibitions on serving as general manager, deputy general manager in charge of business operations, or chief financial officer. The guide includes interpretations of positive and negative typical cases to aid understanding. The transition period for compliance adjustments extends until December 31, 2027. An SSE official stated the exchange will continue to ensure effective implementation of the new regulations, guide orderly adjustments during the transition, and promote improved corporate governance and stable capital market development.
Read sourceShanghai Stock Exchange Issues Clarifications on New Board Secretary Rules Implementation
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued a revised 'Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Rules on the Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (2026 Revision)' to address market questions following the implementation of new rules for board secretaries. The new rules, effective May 24, 2026, include requirements that board secretaries must have over five years of relevant work experience and cannot concurrently serve as general manager, deputy general manager in charge of business operations, or chief financial officer. The guide clarifies that back-office departments like administration, compliance, and risk control are not considered business operations. It also states that long-term service as a board secretary or securities representative qualifies as relevant experience. The transition period for compliance adjustments extends to December 31, 2027. The SSE stated it will continue to guide listed companies in orderly adjustments and promote improved corporate governance.
Read sourceShanghai Stock Exchange Revises Board Secretary Handbook to Clarify New Rules
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued a revised 'Board Secretary Handbook' to all listed companies in the Shanghai market, aiming to help them understand and apply the new 'Regulatory Rules for Board Secretaries of Listed Companies' that took effect on May 24, 2026. The handbook updates regulatory frameworks, compiles typical cases, and addresses frequently asked questions from listed companies regarding qualification requirements, restrictions on concurrent positions, and transitional arrangements. Key rules require board secretaries to have over five years of relevant work experience and prohibit them from concurrently serving as general manager, deputy general manager in charge of business operations, or chief financial officer. The transition period for adjustments to board secretary appointments and concurrent positions runs until December 31, 2027. An SSE official stated the exchange will continue to ensure effective implementation of the new rules and guide listed companies in orderly adjustments during the transition period.
Read sourceSSE Issues Guide to Clarify New Board Secretary Rules for Listed Companies
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has issued a 'Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Rules on the Performance of Duties by Board Secretaries of Listed Companies (2026 Revision)' to help listed companies interpret and implement new regulations that took effect on May 24, 2026. The guide addresses market questions on qualification requirements, such as the mandate that board secretaries possess over five years of relevant work experience, and restrictions on concurrent positions, including a ban on serving as general manager, deputy general manager in charge of operations, or chief financial officer. The SSE clarified that back-office departments like administration, compliance, risk control, internal audit, and investment are not considered operational businesses. It also noted that long-term service as a board secretary or securities affairs representative qualifies as relevant experience, and that combined experience across fields can total over five years. The transition period for compliance adjustments extends to December 31, 2027. An SSE official stated the exchange will continue to ensure effective implementation and guide orderly adjustments to improve corporate governance.
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