SQM is committed to complying with laws, standards and regulations in the countries where it operates and does business, and it declares its decision to act with the highest standards of integrity and honesty and to firmly and clearly reject all forms of corruption. This is a fundamental principle for the Company and is also of vital importance to maintain the trust and credibility of our shareholders, directors, employees, customers, suppliers, government entities and regulators, as well as society at large. As part of its Ethics and Compliance Program, SQM has established and promotes a set of policies that guide the actions of its employees and directors, as well as their relations with third parties.