The board of directors of Merdeka Resources Holdings Limited announced that Mr. Ma Hang Kon, Louis has resigned as an executive director and as a director of the relevant subsidiaries of the company with effect from October 16, 2013 due to his need in developing his own business in professional services. Mr. Ma has confirmed that he has no disagreement with the board and do not have any matters in relation to his resignation that should be brought to the attention of the shareholders of the company.