The difference between independent directors and directors

The difference between independent directors and ordinary directors is mainly reflected in their qualifications and powers. An independent director refers to a director who does not hold other positions except directors in the company and has no relationship with the listed company and its major shareholders that may hinder his independent and objective judgment. Non-independent directors are the opposite. In essence, independent directors are directors, and independent directors are produced for listed companies. In general limited liability companies and joint stock limited companies, independent directors do not exist. An independent director refers to a director who does not hold other positions except directors in the company and has no relationship with the listed company and its major shareholders that may hinder his independent and objective judgment. This means that independent directors must maintain their independence and express their independent opinions, which is different from ordinary directors. The most fundamental characteristics of independent directors are independence and professionalism. The most important feature of independent directors is that they do not hold other positions in the company, and there is no relationship with the shareholders of the company that may hinder their independent judgment. Therefore, they can always remain objective and neutral and supervise the general directors, senior executives and other personnel.

What is the annual salary of independent directors?

1, the annual salary of nearly 70% independent directors is 654.38+10,000 yuan.

2. An independent director refers to a director who is independent of the shareholders of the company, does not hold a position in the company, has no important business or professional contact with the company or the company manager, and makes independent judgments on the company's affairs.

3. There is also a view that an independent director should be defined as a director who only serves as an independent director in a listed company and no longer holds any other positions in the company, and there is no interest relationship with the listed company and its major shareholders that prevents him from making independent and objective judgments.

Legal analysis: An independent director refers to a director who is independent of the company's shareholders, does not hold a post in the company, has no important business or professional connection with the company or its management, and makes independent judgments on the company's affairs. A director refers to a person who is democratically elected by the company's shareholders (general meeting) or employees and has actual power and authority to manage the company's affairs. He is the main force of the company's internal governance, managing the company's affairs internally and conducting economic activities on behalf of the company externally.

Legal basis: Article 57 of the Civil Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) * * * A legal person is an organization with capacity for civil rights and conduct, which independently enjoys civil rights and undertakes civil obligations according to law. Article 58 A legal person shall be established according to law. A legal person shall have its own name, organization, domicile, property or funds. The specific conditions and procedures for the establishment of a legal person shall be in accordance with the provisions of laws and administrative regulations. The establishment of a legal person shall be approved by the relevant authorities in accordance with the provisions of laws and administrative regulations.