Human rights and labor practices We respect internationally recognized human rights standards, including The Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact on human rights, labor, environment and anti- corruption, of which we are a participant. Our commitment to human rights is based on our values, which are set out in our Code of Conduct, reflected in our policies, standards and processes, and applicable to our employees and suppliers35. We are bound by the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. (33) of 2021 regulation, and its amendments, which governs employment relations in the private sector, granting workers the opportunity to take on temporary and flexible work, freelance jobs and condensed working hours. The law also explicitly prohibits forced labor, bans employers from withholding employees’ documents and forbids sexual harassment and any form of physical, verbal and/or psychological abuse of employees. It includes comprehensive legislative protections, as well as enforcement, monitoring and reporting mechanisms. These are implemented so that workers are treated with respect and without discrimination. Measures also empower workers to report disputes and incidents of abuse confidentially. We strive to provide a working environment that is compliant with all applicable laws, protects labor rights, respects diversity, equity and inclusion and recognizes that people are our most valuable asset. We endeavor to promote a culture of respect and awareness throughout our business. We deliver training on our values and raise awareness among employees. We expect every leader across our business to be exemplary in promoting an ethical culture. We seek to partner with and procure from suppliers that adhere to the principles set out in ADNOC’s Supplier and Partner Code of Business Ethics, which captures our commitment to respect fair labor practices. As part of our robust due diligence on customers, suppliers and other third parties we work with, we consider human rights issues and their impact on our working relationship. We proactively run welfare audits with our suppliers to identify and mitigate any labor rights issues. Additionally, our whistleblowing helpline is available to raise integrity-related concerns36. 137 ADNOC Sustainability Report 2024 HOW WE OPERATE KEEPING OUR PEOPLE SAFE ADVANCING NET ZERO EMPOWERING LIVES SUSTAINABILITY AT ADNOC ABOUT ADNOC PROTECTING NATURE AND BIODIVERSITY 35 For additional information refer to the ‘Operating with integrity’ and ‘Responsible sourcing’ sections of this chapter. 36 Refer to the ‘Operating with integrity’ section of this chapter for more information on Takallam.