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Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEx) has named Paul Chow as its next group general counsel. Chow joins from Cathay Pacific, where he held the roles of group general counsel and company secretary.

A former Slaughter and May partner, Chow will oversee HKEx's legal function, including the teams at the London Metal Exchange (LME) and LME Clear. He will also become a member of the group’s management committee and will report to Calvin Tai, HKEx interim chief.

Besides Slaughters, Chow has worked with law firms Davis Polk & Wardwell and Linklaters. His role at HKEx will begin Apr. 19.

 

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