Tuesday, 22nd March 2005 (3247 views)

A new chairman has been appointed at the World Gold Council (WGC).

The president of Newmont Mining, Pierre Lassonde, will succeed current chairman Chris Thompson.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr Lassonde said: "On behalf of all the members of the World Gold Council, I would like to express our sincere appreciation to Chris Thompson for his leadership over the last three years.

"I feel very fortunate to be taking the helm at the WGC at a time when it has demonstrated its ability to create new demand for gold in the jewellery sector and in the investment arena. I am looking forward to working with the WGC to continue to promote gold as a timeless investment."

Mr Thompson has been working as chairman the council since April 2002, the council said he had made an "indelible impact" on the council and boosted its work.

 

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