Jan 3 (Reuters) - Nevsun Resources Ltd NSU.TO :
* Nevsun appoints two new directors and announces 2017 CEO succession plan
* Nevsun resources Ltd says plans to launch an international CEO search in 2017 in anticipation of Cliff Davis' planned retirement
* Nevsun resources Ltd says president and Chief Executive Officer, Cliff Davis, has advised he will be retiring during 2017 Source text for Eikon: ID:nCNWHphPsa Further company coverage: NSU.TO