The evolving industry landscape and changing lifestyles signify the emergence of a new business environment. The driving force behind this change is our aspiration for long-term development and the continuous enhancement of our social and environmental responsibilities. In this context, at Apex, we firmly believe that besides focusing on business and maximising revenue and shareholder returns, companies must also consider their impact on the environment and society and become part of a socially beneficial cycle.

Corporate sustainability has always been one of our core values. We recognise that long-term success and sustainable development can only be achieved by actively addressing environmental, social, and governance issues. Therefore, we integrate the three major corporate governance goals, sustainable environment, and social welfare into our daily operations. We are committed to finding innovative ways to achieve sustainability goals and continuously improving our business practices to ensure our actions have a positive impact.

Regarding information transparency, our company's 2023 annual shareholders' meeting was conducted via live streaming, and the entire session was recorded uninterruptedly and uploaded to the company's official website for shareholders who couldn't attend in person. Regarding information disclosure, we uploaded the annual shareholders' meeting report before the statutory deadline and published the financial reports in Chinese within two months after the end of the fiscal year. Since 2016, we have voluntarily prepared annual sustainability reports in Chinese and English. In 2024, we released our first Climate-Related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) and Risk Management Report to ensure investors have timely access to company information.

Regarding corporate sustainability, we are actively developing green energy and wastewater recycling systems. In 2021, we launched the " GREEN Project" to enhance our company's renewable energy and water resource management. By 2023, the carbon reduction from our solar power generation system exceeded 3,700 tons, with a wastewater recycling rate of approximately 30%. Additionally, we are actively involved in social welfare by allocating funds annually to support hospitals, local communities, and schools around our factories. Through activities such as charity carnivals, Songkran festivals, and employee appreciation events, we strive to create a happy workplace.

We recognise that good corporate governance is a crucial cornerstone of sustainable development. Our efforts in this area have been internationally recognised. In Sustainalytics' ESG assessment, we received a low-risk rating; in the 2023 CDP Water Security Questionnaire, we received a B rating for the management level. Furthermore, we have been honoured multiple times with the AREA Awards from the Asian Enterprise Associations.

At Apex, we adhere to principles of transparency and integrity. Through the functioning of functional committees, we collectively ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations and foster an understanding among directors, managers, employees, and contractors about the importance of ethical business practices. We strive to enhance our governance standards and ensure our operations meet the highest standards. We are committed to building a positive corporate culture and continuously improving management systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

We understand that many challenges must be overcome on the path to sustainable development, such as climate change, resource scarcity, and social inequality. In this process, we recognise the crucial role of stakeholders' participation and support. We look forward to establishing closer cooperation with various sectors to achieve corporate sustainability goals and jointly create a better future.