DHL Express has made two key leadership appointments in Asia Pacific, underscoring the company's commitment to strengthening its people strategy and accelerating growth in one of the region's most dynamic markets. 

Effective January 1, 2026, DHL said Chee Choong Ng will take the senior vice president of Human Resources (HR) for Asia Pacific role, and Samuel Lee will be managing director for Taiwan. 

Chee Choong Ng and Samuel Lee of DHL Express. (Photo: DHL Express)

Ken Lee, DHL Express' Asia Pacific CEO, said finding the right talent is critical amid ongoing market uncertainty.

"Finding the right talent is more critical than ever, particularly in today's volatile environment, where we need to balance the demands of a changing workforce with business priorities," he said.

"Offering our people pathways to growth also makes us a great place to work, which is why I am proud to see two crucial roles within the region taken up by Chee Choong and Samuel, both with extensive experience in the business."

Lee added that Ng's experience in operations and country leadership, combined with his strong focus on people development, makes him the ideal choice to lead our HR strategy. At the same time, Lee's track record will further strengthen DHL's position in Taiwan.

Ng was previously the managing director for Taiwan, he will take over the Asia Pacific region's HR portfolio from Mateen Thiruselvaam, who has retired. DHL said Ng brings over two decades of experience within DHL Group and the logistics industry. He first joined DHL in 2004.

"I am honored to take on this role at such a pivotal time. The workplace is undergoing profound changes. We need to remain close to our employees to ensure their needs are met. I look forward to aligning our people strategy and creating an environment where our people can thrive, innovate, and feel valued so that we can better support business goals," he said.

Meanwhile, Lee will take over the role of managing director for DHL Express in Taiwan. He has been a DHL Express leader since 1998 and has a career spanning Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, where he played a key role in building and expanding DHL's strategic hubs in those territories.

He was most recently the general manager of the Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong.  

DHL said Taiwan's robust technology sector, thriving e-commerce industry, and strong export-oriented economy make it a critical market for the company.

"Taiwan is a vibrant market with immense potential, and it holds a unique position in global trade, particularly as a hub for technology and innovation. The team has established a remarkable reputation in Taiwan, and I am proud to be working alongside them. Our focus remains on delivering exceptional service and creating new opportunities for growth to better enhance Taiwan's role in global supply chains," Lee said.

DHL Express said these leadership appointments reaffirm the company's commitment in the region especially as Asia Pacific continues to grow as a powerhouse in global trade, driven by strong manufacturing bases, booming e-commerce, and rapid digitalization.