Stakeholder engagement and partnerships Our stakeholders are critical to our ability to sustainably and responsibly provide the energy and energy products people depend on. They include our employees, suppliers, governments, regulators, investors, partners, customers, industry and industry bodies as well as the local communities in which we operate. Brge Brende, President, World Economic Forum We continuously engage with and listen to our stakeholders to better understand and respond to their needs. This is fundamental to building mutually beneficial relationships and maximizing opportunities to create long-term, sustainable value for both internal and external stakeholders involved in, or affected by, our activities. We engage with investors and financiers, presenting our intent to be at the forefront of the energy transition. We work closely with banks and consulting firms to ensure we meet international sustainability expectations and understand how they impact our investment mandates. Our collaborations with key partners across our energy value chain help to drive our innovation activities. They provide an opportunity to share our experience at a global level and ensure what we are doing is in line with the expectations of our industry. ADNOC was one of the first Middle Eastern energy companies to recognize the need for a pragmatic energy transition. Its efforts in balancing sustainability with economic development represent a model for others to follow. Their commitment to reducing carbon emissions, investing in new energy sources, deploying environmental initiatives while driving social and economic development, underscores the crucial role energy companies play in shaping a sustainable future. 18