NWTN appoints former Barclays executive Yehong Ji to board

NWTN Group (NASDAQ: NWTN) announced the appointment of Yehong Ji as independent director following shareholder approval at an extraordinary general meeting held August 12, 2025.

Ji previously served as vice chairman of Greater China Banking at Barclays and brings over 30 years of investment banking experience to the UAE-headquartered technology company. His career includes managing director positions at ICBC International, J.P. Morgan Securities, Credit Suisse and Citigroup, as well as roles at Morgan Stanley Institutional Equities and NM Rothschild.

The appointment adds financial expertise to NWTN's board as the company focuses on smart mobility, advanced manufacturing and blockchain solutions. NWTN is transitioning to the corporate name Robo.ai Inc.

"We are honored to welcome Mr. Ji to our Board of Directors," said Benjamin Zhai, NWTN's executive director and chief executive officer. "His appointment elevates NWTN Board's diversity and professional depth."

Ji currently serves as senior advisor in Barclays' Singapore Investment Banking Division. He holds bachelor's degrees in international trade from the University of International Business and Economics and applied mechanics from Chongqing University.

The company stated that Ji's experience includes leading overseas IPOs, convertible bonds, bonds and mergers and acquisitions for Chinese enterprises, along with guiding technology companies through blockchain and digital currency transformations.

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