China Zhong Mian announced that Li Gang, the chairman and legal representative of the company, died of illness in June 65438+1October 65438+April 2023 at the age of 56. China Zhong Mian said that since Li Gang became the chairman and legal representative of the company, he has devoted great enthusiasm and efforts to the development of the company's tax-free cause and made outstanding contributions to the company's standardized operation and high-quality development.
The news of Li Gang's death is deeply regrettable, but his spiritual wealth and legacy will remain in China for a long time. After Li Gang's death, China Zhong Mian needed new strength to lead. However, the corporate philosophy of "people-oriented, service first" advocated by Li Gang will continue to lead China forward. This concept embodies the care for employees and respect for customers. It is this concept that gives China Zhong Mian a unique competitive advantage and makes it the first choice brand in consumers' minds.
Li Gang and China have deep roots.
China Zhong Mian's predecessor is China International Travel Service, and Li Gang is a veteran of China International Travel Service. From March 20 17 to August 20 19, he served as the chairman of the company. Prior to this, Li Gang participated in the tax exemption of China on the acquisition day, the arrangement of tax exemption business of major airports, and the establishment of a joint venture with Lagardè re, a well-known French travel retailer, to invest in the tobacco and alcohol business of Hong Kong International Airport.
Before becoming the chairman of China Zhong Mian, Li Gang was the deputy general manager of China Tourism Group, the controlling shareholder of Zhong Mian. In his early years, Li Gang publicly told the media, "Although China's outbound tourism has grown rapidly, the duty-free industry has not developed at the same time. There is still huge room for growth in tax-free business. " On 20 18, Li Gang made it clear that "internationalization" was the key word for the company's future development, and decided to take the development opportunities brought by Hainan as the top priority of the group.
China Zhong Mian announced that Peng Hui, the former chairman, resigned due to retirement and will no longer serve in the company and its holding subsidiaries. Li Gang was elected as the new chairman. Interpretation from the outside world, China renewed its visa-free management, or intentionally chose 2023 as the first year of tourism tax-free restoration.