China First Chemical Holdings Limited announced that Dr. Kou Huizhong has resigned as an independent non-executive director, member of audit committee, chairman of remuneration committee and chairman of nomination committee of the Company with effect from 15 October 2016 due to his personal and other business commitments. Dr. Kou has confirmed that he has no disagreement with the Board and there is no matter in relation to his resignation that needs to be brought to the attention of the shareholders of the Company.