Source disclosure: February 26, 2026, 13:00 JST
DAIICHI SANKYO COMPANY,LIMITED [4568.T]
TOKYO, Feb 26 (Pulse News Wire) -- Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited (4568.T), announced today that its board of directors has decided on changes to its executive leadership and selected candidates for new directorships and audit committee positions. The company emphasizes the importance of diversity among its board members, including gender and international perspectives, as crucial for enhancing decision-making and oversight functions within the boardroom.
The upcoming changes include the appointment of two new directors who will take over key roles previously held by current executives. Matsuo Takashi, currently serving as Executive Vice President and Head of Global HR, is nominated as a candidate for Representative Director and CEO. Ueno Shizuko, currently holding the position of Senior Executive Vice President and Japan Business Unit Leader, is also nominated as a candidate for Representative Director. Both nominees have extensive experience within the company, with Matsuo joining Daiichi Sankyo in 1987 and Ueno in 1990.
Additionally, the company's board has reappointed several existing directors while introducing two new external auditors. Among those reappointed are Okazawa Hiroyuki, the incumbent Chairman and CEO; Matsuo Takashi, now nominated for CEO; and Ueno Shizuko, now nominated for Representative Director. New additions to the board include Stuart Mackey, who will serve as the Head of Global Business Development, and internal appointments for Joseph Kenneth Keller, who will continue his role as Oncology Business Unit Leader.
Regarding the transition of leadership, Nabeshima Naoharu, the current Chairman and CEO, will step down from his position as an Executive Director on March 31, 2026, but will remain as a Special Advisor until April 1, after which he will retire completely upon the conclusion of the 21st Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for June 22, 2026.
In terms of the new auditor selections, Murata Taka, formerly of the Cabinet Crisis Management Office, and Tagoshi Sayuri, a partner at Anderson Mori & Tomotsune Foreign Legal Affairs Firm, are both nominated as external auditors. These changes aim to strengthen the company’s governance structure and align with regulatory requirements for independent directors and auditors listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
These decisions follow a thorough evaluation process led by the Nomination Committee based on criteria such as specialized knowledge, experience, and diverse viewpoints necessary for effective corporate management. The formal approval of these nominations will be sought during the 21st Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on June 22, 2026, followed by ratification through subsequent board meetings.
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