Netease.com, Inc. today announced that Ted Sun, acting Chief Executive Officer and a director, will be returning from his medical leave of absence and re-assuming his full time duties with the company effective immediately.

Netease also announced today that Michael Tong, who has been serving as an Executive Director of the company, has been appointed by the board of directors to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Commenting on his return from medical leave, Mr. Sun said, "I am delighted to be able to re-assume my duties and once again lead Netease in its continuing efforts to build the leading online and wireless community in China."