Boustead Plantations Berhad | Integrated Report 2023

INDUSTRY BODIES/ASSOCIATIONS LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND SMALLHOLDERS Research and Development and Yield Improvement. Why We Engage To keep abreast of evolving industry trends, regulations, and best practices, as well as collaborate to advance industry-wide sustainability and address shared challenges. High Conservation Value Areas and Biodiversity. Air, Water, Waste and Effluents Management. Creating Business Opportunities. Energy Efficiency and Climate Resilience. Social Welfare and Community Investment. Why We Engage Fostering positive relationships with the communities linked to our operations while minimising our environmental impact ensures business continuity and value-creation. • Conferences/Seminars/Forums O • Meeting O • Associations’ AGM O Engagement Platforms and Frequency of Engagement • Collective bargaining • Current industry trends • Company performance Key Concerns • Monitored our performance across all operation units • Implemented relevant practices to adapt to current industry trends Our Response • On-site Meetings O • RSPO Complaints and Grievances O • Grievances Channel O • Whistleblowing Channel O • Disaster Relief Efforts O • Community Outreach and Development O Programmes O Engagement Platforms and Frequency of Engagement • Community investment and partnerships • Pollution prevention • Preservation of biodiversity and natural resources • Employment opportunities • Safety and security • Support for local businesses Key Concerns • Invested in a range of community-enriching projects and initiatives • Implemented the Sustainability Policy • Regularly monitored air and water quality surrounding our operations Our Response Material Matters Material Matters Frequency of Engagement: A Annual Q Quarterly M Monthly W Weekly O On-going Integrated Report 2023 043

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