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Galapagos’ shareholders approve all resolutions proposed by the Board of Directors at the annual shareholders’ meeting

Galapagos’ shareholders approve all resolutions proposed by the Board of Directors at the annual shareholders’ meeting

Mechelen, Belgium; 25 April 2023, 22.01 CET; Galapagos NV (Euronext & NASDAQ: GLPG) today announces the approval of all resolutions proposed at its annual shareholders’ meeting (AGM) held today at 14.00 CET.

The AGM approved, amongst other items,

  • the re-appointments of Mr. Peter Guenter as non-executive independent director for a period of 4 years, and of Mr. Daniel O’Day and Dr. Linda Higgins as non-executive non-independent directors for a period of 4 years, all effective as of today
  • the appointment of BDO Bedrijfsrevisoren BV, permanently represented by Ms. Ellen Lombaerts, as new statutory auditor of Galapagos for a period of 3 years

All documents related to the AGM can be consulted on the Galapagos .

About Galapagos

Galapagos is a fully integrated biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines. We are committed to improving patients’ lives worldwide by targeting diseases with high unmet needs. Our R&D capabilities cover multiple drug modalities, including small molecules and cell therapies. Our portfolio comprises discovery through to commercialized programs in immunology, oncology, and other indications. Our first medicine for rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis is available in Europe and Japan. For additional information, please visit or follow us on  or .

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