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We will work with our suppliers to promote sustainable procurement by conducting activities based on our Supplier Code of Conduct. We will continue to identify risks across our supply chain and take appropriate actions by conducting supplier evaluations on a regular basis. We are planning to conduct supplier evaluations for PDR Pharma. In addition, we strive to identify potential risks in the supply chain for new suppliers by ensuring that our suppliers meet sustainability standards (environmental compliance, labor, human rights, risk management) via a survey and to agree to our Supplier Code of Conduct before conducting business with them.

Overview of Survey(FY2024)

Scope : Major suppliers accounting for more than 80% of PeptiDream transaction value
Questionnaire: CSR Procurement Self-Assessment Questionnaire (developed by Global Compact Network Japan (GCNJ) in consideration of consistency with the 10 principles of the UN Global Compact and other international guidelines such as ISO 26000 and GRI)
Response rate: 100%

Key Findings

Based on the survey results for the fiscal year ending December 2024, no significant risks were identified. On the other hand, regarding local communities, we confirmed progress in initiatives compared to last year's survey. For the suppliers who responded, we intend to provide feedback such as company-wide average values to support their continued efforts. Moving forward, we will continue conducting surveys annually, and if any significant risks are identified, we will support improvements to address the issues.

As a global company, we believe that respect for human rights is important for the society and corporate sustainability, and that it is a responsibility that companies must fulfill. To this end, we have established a “Policy on the Respect for Human Rights” and will promote business activities that respect the human rights of all stakeholders.

Policy on the Respect Human Rights

Basic policy

PeptiDream promotes business activities in respect to the human rights of all stakeholders, including all board members, employees, business partners, the entire supply chain, and local communities, at all facilities. This policy on respecting human rights is based on the International Bill of Human Rights, and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights in Labor, and the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, and other international norms. We specifically adhere to the following,
・PeptiDream hires and assigns people based on their capabilities and responsibilities regardless of their gender, sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI), nationality, race, age, disabilities, religion or anything else.
・PeptiDream is against all forms of forced and compulsory labour. PeptiDream protects the welfare of children and does not accept the employment of children excluded if legally permitted.
・PeptiDream regards “ freedom of association ” and “ right to collective bargaining ” as human rights that should be respected as a company, and respect these rights of employees in accordance with the provisions of the law.

We are committed to providing a safe, secure, and healthy work environment for all employees.

Establishing and Facilitating the Safety and Health Committee

PeptiDream's Health and Safety Committee consists of 10 members and an occupational health practitioner. The committee meets monthly to ensure the health and safety of the workplace environment and to take measures to prevent accidents at work.

Biosafety conservation

In accordance with the provisions of the Cartagena Law and the Kawasaki City Guidelines for the Proper Use of Biotechnology, a committee and a chief executive is appointed to ensure biosafety and provide safety education for employees.

Disaster Preparedness & Implementing Disaster Drills

An emergency power generator is installed on the rooftop of PeptiDream's headquarters in preparation of floods or tsunamis. We have set aside evacuation space within the company for those who may be stranded in the event of a disaster and have stockpiled three days' worth of food and water in preparation. In addition, we implement regular disaster drills under the supervision of firefighters.

Employee Health Management

We are working with occupational health practitioners and health insurance associations to maintain and proactively promote the good health of our employees, which we believe will serve as a source of sustainable growth and increased corporate value of PeptiDream in the future. In addition, we conduct stress checks for all employees with the aim to improve their well-being, as this potentially leads to the prevention of mental health problems and the improvement of a comfortable working environment.

As a corporate citizen, we value our involvement with local communities and are actively engaged in social contribution activities. We will contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by continuing activities that meet the challenges faced by the society and communities.

	Supporting career education for high school students In October 2022, 30 high school students visited PeptiDream as part of a hands-on learning program. By explaining our business activities and introducing the careers of our employees, especially researchers , we encouraged them to have a future image of working in a company.
	Improving access to healthcare PeptiDream is engaged in the discovery and development for the treatment of tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is one of the world’s three major infectious diseases and is the world's top cause of death from a single infections agent (2023). We have been awarded two grants from the Gates Foundation, and several promising hit candidate series for tuberculosis have been identified and lead candidates have been selected. In addition to developing an oral formulation of these lead compounds, we are conducting efficacy studies in animal models. More than 95% of deaths from tuberculosis occur in lower middle-income countries (LMIC). Under the terms of the grant, any Gates Foundation-funded products will be made available by PeptiDream at an affordable price in LMICs.
	PeptiDream affiliated para-athletes participated as a speaker at Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) event PeptiDream participated in an SDGs-themed event co-hosted by Kawasaki City and other organizations, where they introduced PeptiDream’s sustainability initiatives and the promotion of para-athlete engagement. The para-athletes who are employees of PeptiDream Group also took the stage, demonstrating wheelchair rugby tackles and sharing activities such as elementary school visits and seminars.
	Community Cleanup Activities Every year, PeptiDream employees work with local businesses to clean up the area around the KING SKYFRONT, the international strategic location where the company’s headquarters is located. PDRadiopharma employees also regularly clean up the area around the facility as part of its “Zero Waste” campaign.