Axiata firm on Kuehner’s appointment as new CEO of Celcom Axiata

Clarifying its position on the matter, Axiata said a four-person leadership team had been appointed to support Kuehner(pic) and help spearhead Celcom

PETALING JAYA: Telecommunications firm Axiata Group Bhd is standing by the company’s appointment of Michael Kuehner, a German national, as Celcom Axiata Bhd’s new chief executive officer (CEO) despite objections over his appointment.

Datuk Seri Shazalli Ramly, who is the present CEO, had been promoted to corporate executive vice-president and regional CEO for Axiata’s South-East Asian operations effective Sept 1.