Whistle-blowing Policy

The Manager has in place a whistle blowing policy whereby employees of the Manager and any other persons may, in confidence, raise concerns about possible improprieties in matters of financial reporting or other matters as well as any breach of the Manager’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, without fear of reprisals in any form. The ARC has the responsibility of overseeing this policy which is administered with the assistance of the head of the OUE IA. Under these procedures, arrangements are in place for independent investigation of such matters raised and for appropriate follow-up action to be taken. The whistle-blowing policy is publicly disclosed on the Manager’s website and clearly communicated to the Manager’s employees to encourage the reporting of any behaviour or action that might constitute impropriety in financial reporting or other matters. The Manager is committed to ensuring that whistle-blowers will be protected against any detrimental or unfair treatment, and shall use reasonable best efforts to ensure that the confidentiality and anonymity of the complainants is protected.

The ARC is empowered to conduct or authorise investigations into any activity within its terms of reference and obtain independent professional advice as it deems necessary. The ARC has full access to and cooperation from Management and full discretion to invite any Director or executive officer to attend its meetings, and has adequate resources to enable it to discharge its functions properly.

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