SINGAPORE -- Singapore Telecommunications Limited (SingTel) today announced the resignation of Mr Francis Heng Hang Song as its Group Chief Financial Officer with effect from 1 September 2008.

“We thank Francis for his contributions to the SingTel Group and would like to extend our best wishes to him in his future endeavours,” said Ms Chua Sock Koong, Group Chief Executive Officer.

Ms Jeann Low Ngiap Jong, who is currently Chief Financial Officer of Optus, will be appointed as Group Chief Financial Officer with effect from 1 September 2008. Jeann has been with the SingTel Group since 1998 and has served in various capacities including Executive Vice President (Strategic Investments) and Group Financial Controller. Jeann will continue with her current role as CFO of Optus.

“We are pleased to appoint Jeann to the Group CFO role. She brings significant financial expertise, broad industry experience and a strong track record to her new appointment. We look forward to her continuous contribution as a valuable member of our leadership team,” said Ms Chua.

Singapore Telecommunications Ltd. (SingTel) (OTC: SGTJY)