Dagang NeXchange Berhad Annual Report 2023

Capitals UN SDGs Material Matters SOCIETY & COMMUNITIES VALUE FOR US • Access to skilled labour and talent pools from local communities • Public trust and social licence to operate • Production of socially responsible products and services • Collaboration with community stakeholders and the government agencies to address social and environmental challenges VALUE FOR THEM • Stimulated economic growth and job creation through employment opportunities and business activities • Social welfare initiatives, including community development, education and healthcare, to enhance quality of life • Environmental sustainability through conservation projects and resource management to benefit local ecosystems and communities • CSR initiatives, such as charitable donations, volunteerism and philanthropy, to address societal needs and enhance community well-being • Support during challenging times, such as financial aid in the aftermath of natural disasters RISKS • Increased public scrutiny of our business practices, environmental impact and social responsibility efforts • Negative perceptions or backlash from local communities can damage our reputation and brand image, leading to loss of trust and credibility • Projects or initiatives that affect local communities may face resistance or opposition, resulting in delays, protests or legal disputes OPPORTUNITIES • Increasing the depth and frequency of engagements on pertinent projects to cultivate mutual understanding and backing • Collaborating to develop solutions that tackle social or environmental challenges • Elevating the employee journey and refining our rewards system to draw in more skilled talent from local communities to join our team BUSINESS INITIATIVES • Impactful CSR initiatives that drive long-term community development • Sponsorships and/or donations to local institutions and NGOs • Local prioritisation for employees and suppliers • Sustainable practices and ESG stewardship VALUE CREATION INDICATORS & HIGHLIGHTS • CSR investment disbursed (RM) • Employee volunteer hours • Zakat wakalah disbursed (RM) M3 M4 M5 M8 M9 Value Creation at DNeX DAGANG NeXCHANGE BERHAD 52 VALUE WE CREATE

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