Bakke Salleh appointed new TM chairperson

Mohd Bakke Salleh has been appointed as the chairperson of Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM), effective May 11, succeeding Rosli Man.

TM said Bakke, a highly respected corporate figure with extensive experience, is known for upholding governance and integrity.

“We look forward to his guidance, counsel and leadership as the company continues on its transformation journey and next phase of growth.

“This is in keeping to our institution being the key enabler of Malaysia’s digital nation aspiration by delivering on our promise towards ‘Making Life and Business Easier for a Better Malaysia’,” it said in a statement today.

TM also took note of Rosli’s decision to relinquish his position as TM chairperson.

Rosli was appointed as chairperson of the TM board in December 2018.

“During his chairmanship, Rosli is instrumental in positioning TM to be the National Telecommunication Infrastructure Provider or InfraCo towards, preparing the group at the forefront of the nation’s 5G infrastructure roll-out,” it added.

- Bernama