BeiGene (HKG:6160, SHA:688235) is proposing to change its English name to BeOne Medicines, while keeping its Chinese name unchanged, a Thursday bourse filing said.
The proposal comes about in order to reaffirm the drugmaker's commitment to develop innovative medicines to eliminate cancer by partnering with the global community and treat as many patients as possible.
The name change is subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.
Hong Kong-listed shares of the company closed over 3% lower on Thursday.