NEW ISSUE OF SECURITIES (CHAPTER 6 OF LISTING REQUIREMENTS) : OTHER ISSUE OF SECURITIES

We refer to the announcements dated 5 January 2017 and 13 January 2017 in relation to the Proposed LTIP. Unless otherwise stated, words and phrases used in this announcement shall have the same meanings as defined in the aforesaid announcements.

On behalf of the Board, HLIB wishes to announce that Bursa Securities had, via its letter dated 17 January 2017, resolved to approve the listing of and quotation for such number of new NVB Shares representing up to 15% of the issued and paid-up share capital of NVB (excluding treasury shares) to be issued pursuant to the Proposed LTIP subject to the following:

1. HLIB is required to submit a confirmation to Bursa Securities of full compliance of the Proposed LTIP pursuant to Paragraph 6.43(1) of the Listing Requirements and stating the effective date of implementation together with a certified true copy of the resolution passed by the shareholders in general meeting; and

2. NVB is required to furnish Bursa Securities on a quarterly basis a summary of the total number of NVB Shares listed pursuant to the Proposed LTIP as at the end of each quarter together with a detailed computation of listing fees payable.

This announcement is dated 17 January 2017.