Kirin Group Compliance Policy

１ Definition of compliance
The Kirin Group defines "compliance" as follows.
Kirin Group companies and their employees not only comply with laws and regulations,internal and external rules and rules, but also fulfill the legal and ethical responsibilities
required by society in response to requests from society.
By doing so, we shall meet the expectations of our stakeholders* and maintain andimprove the trust and corporate value of the Kirin Group.
*Compliance is defined not as simply complying with laws and regulations, but by
defining it as responding to the demands of society, we shall always be aware ofchanges in society as a company, and shall make efforts toward thorough compliancein accordance with these guidelines.
* “Stakeholders” refer to (1) customers (2) global environment (3) communities (4)employees (5) business partners (6) shareholders and investors.
２ Relationship with management philosophy, vision and values
・“Kirin Group Compliance Policy” is the one that emphasizes the major ways of thinking
and actions that are legally and ethically required to put into practice the management
philosophy, vision, and values. At the same time, we promise to all stakeholders, andwe encourage all partners in our supply chain to act in the spirit of our compliancepolicy.
３ Main rule（１）Compliance with laws and responses to social demands
In developing our business, in addition to complying with the laws and regulations ofeach country concerned and the related business laws related to the products andservices we handle, responding to the demands of society, we respect the economies,societies, traditions, cultures, etc. of the countries concerned and the domestic andoverseas regions.
（２）Product/Service Safety/Quality
Based on the philosophy of "customer-oriented" and "quality-oriented," since ourfounding, we give top priority to the provision of high-quality products and services thatsatisfy customers, and are safe and secure.
（３）Environmental protection
We shall endeavor to reduce carbon in all businesses, implement environmental
conservation efforts, and contribute to the realization of a prosperous society inharmony with nature by proposing environmental value to our customers.

（４）Respect for human rights/respect for diversity
We shall conduct business activities with respect for internationally recognized humanrights and diversity.
We shall also respect the humanity of our employees and build equal relationships. In
addition, regardless of gender, disability, age, nationality, thoughts and beliefs, etc.,
we shall work to create an environment in which diverse employees with a desire togrow can work comfortably and to create a rewarding organizational culture.
（５）Appropriate use and management of company assets and information
Regardless of whether it is tangible or intangible, we shall properly manage company
assets and information, prevent damage and theft, and shall not perform illegal orillegal use. In addition, we shall not disclose or leak information outside the company
without our consent.
（６）Build proper relationships
We shall fully understand and comply with the laws and guidelines of the countries andregions where we conduct businesses, shall strive to build sound and transparent
relationships with business partners and political/governmental organizations, andshall take a resolute stance against antisocial forces and shall never have any
relationship with any such forces. We shall not be involved in any corrupt practices,
whether directly or indirectly, under any circumstances.
（７）Proper accounting and disclosure
Record financial and accounting records in accordance with relevant laws and internal
regulations, and disclose them in a timely and accurate manner.
（８）Report/consultation
In light of the Kirin Group's compliance policy and various laws and regulations, we do
not overlook the facts that seem to be problematic and promptly report or consult theleader or the contact point established by each company or group. The company shallthoroughly protect those who report or consult.
５ Appendix（１）Scope of compliance policy
This compliance policy applies to directors/employees and temporary employees of
consolidated subsidiaries directly under Kirin Holdings and its constituent companies. If it
is determined that the behavior of officers/employees deviates from this compliancepolicy, they shall be punished according to the internal regulations.
（２）Revision and abolition of compliance policy
Revision or abolition of this compliance policy shall be decided by the chairperson after
deliberation by the Group Risk and Compliance Committee.

（３）Roles of Group Risk and Compliance Committee, Secretariat, and Group companies
The Group Risk and Compliance Committee shall oversee compliance-related mattersand ensure that this compliance policy is firmly established.
The Secretariat of the Group Risk and Compliance Committee shall formulate, promote,and support the policy to ensure that this compliance policy is firmly established at each
Kirin Group company. In addition, we regularly monitor the status of compliance andreport to the Group Risk and Compliance Committee to establish the PDCA cycle.
In order to ensure that this compliance policy is firmly established, each Kirin Groupcompany shall prepare compliance guidelines (or similar) as necessary, taking into
consideration the characteristics of each region and business, laws and regulations, etc.
We shall formulate and promote policies, understand and permeate the importance ofcompliance among members, and strive to prevent compliance violations.
＜Revised in March 2023＞