GOVERNANCE A. BOARD LEADERSHIP AND EFFECTIVENESS (CONT’D) i. Board Responsibilities (cont’d) 10. Sustainability The Group recognises the importance of sustainability relating to ESG including their associated risks and opportunities. To demonstrate the Board’s commitment to integrating sustainability principles into its strategies, policies, and operations, the Board has adopted the Environmental Policy, Sustainability Policy, and Statement of Commitment to Addressing Climate Change Risks and Impacts. The Group is committed to continuously disclosing its ESG targets and performance and, when necessary, communicating these efforts to stakeholders. Detailed information pertaining to the Group’s sustainability initiatives can be found in the Sustainability Statement of this IAR2025. Copies of the Environmental Policy, Sustainability Policy and Statement of Commitment to Addressing Climate Change Risks and Impacts are available on the Group’s website at https://www.zetrix.com/investor-relations/ governance/ 11. Company Secretary All Directors have unrestricted access to the independent professional advice and the services of the Company Secretary on matters related to compliance with laws, rules, procedures, and regulations affecting the Group. The Board is confident in the competency of the current Company Secretary in effectively supporting the Board’s functions. However, should the Company Secretary fail to fulfil his role effectively, the Board retains the authority to remove and appoint a successor as necessary. The Board is supported by a qualified and competent Company Secretary, who plays a crucial role in advising the Board on the Group’s constitution, policies, procedures, and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, codes, guidance and legislation. The Company Secretary is a fellow member of the Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (“MAICSA”) and holds a Practicing Certificate issued by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (“CCM”). Directors have unrestricted access to the advice and services of the Company Secretary in relation to the Board’s affairs. The Company Secretary continuously keeps abreast of developments in the capital market environment, regulatory changes, and corporate governance practices by attending relevant conferences and training programmes. He also fulfils the continuous professional development programmes requirements mandated by the CCM and MAICSA for practising company secretaries. The Board is satisfied with the performance and support provided by the Company Secretary in discharging his functions, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the Company Secretary is accountable to the Board and responsible for the following: • Advising the Board on its roles and responsibilities; • Providing guidance on corporate governance and compliance with the MMLR of Bursa Securities; • Ensuring adherence to Board procedures and applicable regulations; • Maintaining Board records and ensuring the effective management of the Company’s statutory records; • Preparing comprehensive minutes of Board proceedings and ensuring that key decisions and discussions are accurately documented; • Facilitating effective communication between the Board and Management; • Providing full access to Board-related services and carrying out other responsibilities as assigned by the Board from time to time; and • Coordinating the preparation of Board agendas and papers. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT (cont’d) 173
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