December 9, 2013 Subject: Appointment of the President and Chief Executive Officer To: The President, The Stock Exchange of Thailand With reference to the No. 9/2013 Central Pattana Public Company Limited ("CPN") Board of Directors meeting held on December 6, 2013, the Board has made a resolution concurring with the proposal made by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee to appoint Mr. Preecha Ekkunagul as the President and Chief Executive Officer of CPN, in replacement of Mr. Kobchai Chirathivat who will resign from the position, effective on January 2, 2014 onwards. However, Mr. Kobchai Chirathivat still holds directorship in CPN. Mr. Preecha Ekkunagul is qualified for the position, with his high capability and professional experiences in related business. The nomination process has been executed according to the CPN's executive nomination policy and succession plan. Your acknowledgment of these matters would be appreciated. Sincerely, -Suthichai Chirathivat- (Mr. Suthichai Chirathivat) Chairman ______________________________________________________________________ This announcement was prepared and disseminated by listed company or issuer through the electronic system which is provided for the purpose of dissemination of the information and related documents of listed company or issuer to the Stock Exchange of Thailand only. The Stock Exchange of Thailand has no responsibility for the correctness and completeness of any statements, figures, reports or opinions contained in this announcement, and has no liability for any losses and damages in any cases. In case you have any inquiries or clarification regarding this announcement, please directly contact listed company or issuer who made this announcement.