We stand with Ukraine
Effective immediately, our company will not conduct any business in Russia or Belarus during the ongoing war in Ukraine. This policy will remain in effect until further notice.
Rationale
The war in Ukraine has created a significant humanitarian crisis and geopolitical tensions in the region. As a responsible and ethical organization, we believe it is our duty to avoid any business activity that may contribute to the conflict or undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. Moreover, the ongoing hostilities have also resulted in economic sanctions and trade restrictions imposed by several countries against Russia and Belarus. These measures have created a volatile and uncertain business environment, which poses significant risks to our operations, reputation, and stakeholders. Therefore, to mitigate these risks and uphold our values and principles, we have decided not to conduct any business activities in Russia or Belarus until the situation stabilizes, and the international community reaches a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.
Implementation
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, agents, and affiliates of our company, regardless of their location or role. All business units and departments must ensure compliance with this policy and take appropriate measures to prevent any business activity in Russia or Belarus.
Employees must inform their managers or supervisors if they become aware of any potential violation of this policy. Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contractual relationships.
Conclusion
Our company remains committed to conducting business in a responsible, ethical, and sustainable manner. We recognize that the ongoing war in Ukraine represents a significant challenge for the international community, and we are committed to playing our part in promoting peace, stability, and respect for human rights in the region. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and adjust our policies and practices accordingly.