Axiata appoints Nik Rizal Kamil as new CEO


PETALING JAYA: Axiata Group Bhd has announced a planned leadership transition, with Nik Rizal Kamil Nik Ibrahim Kamil appointed as group chief executive officer (CEO) and managing director (MD), effective June 1, 2026.

He will succeed Vivek Sood, who has served the group for nine years in senior leadership roles, including as group CEO and MD since 2023.

New Axiata Group group chief executive officer and managing director Nik Rizal Kamil Nik Ibrahim Kamil.
New Axiata Group group chief executive officer and managing director Nik Rizal Kamil Nik Ibrahim Kamil.

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