Datuk Dr. Yacob Bin Mustafa ("Datuk Dr. Yacob"), a Malaysian aged 63, was appointed to the Board on 16 January 2026.

Datuk Dr. Yacob, C.A(M), FCPA (AUST) has a distinguished career in Malaysia's public finance sector, culminating as the Accountant General of Malaysia until his retirement in August 2023.

Starting his career in 1987, Datuk Dr. Yacob swiftly advanced to key positions within the Malaysian government, including Director of the Central Operation & Agency Services Division and Deputy Accountant General (Operation). His tenure as Accountant General from October 2019 to August 2023 was marked by significant enhancements to the nation's financial management systems and policies.

Datuk Dr. Yacob's adaptability and leadership were evident as he worked under multiple finance ministers, greatly influencing Malaysia's fiscal strategic and public sector financial governance. His influence extends to several board and commitee roles, enhancing public finance and administration. He has been a member of the Audit Commitee of Perbadanan Insurans & Deposit Malaysia (PIDM) since 2019, and the Finance & Investment Commitee of Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (MAIWP) since 2022. In 2023, he joined the Audit Commitee of the Razak School of Government. In 2024, he serves as a Chairman of Hong Seng Consolidated Berhad and in November 2025, he was appointed as Deputy Chairman of Hong Seng Consolidated Berhad.

Recognized by the Global Accounting Hall of Fame in 2018, Datuk Dr. Yacob's extensive experience and expertise make him a valuable candidate for senior advisory or directorial roles, contributing significantly to financial governance and policy development.