VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2008) - WEX Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“WEX” or the “Company”) (TSX:WXI) announced today the promotion of Mr. Kwong Choo to the position of Chief Financial Officer and Vice President, Finance and Administration effective July 1, 2008. He has served as Controller since January 2008. In his new role, Mr. Choo will provide leadership in the development and implementation of financial and operational strategies.
