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Corporate Governance Statement

(Extracted from Annual Report 2021)

The Corporate Governance Code (the “CG Code”) as published by The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited sets out the principles of good corporate governance and provides two levels of recommendation:

  • code provisions, with which issuers are expected to comply, but with which they may choose not to comply, provided they give considered reasons for non-compliance
  • recommended best practices, with which issuers are encouraged to comply, but which are provided for guidance only

The Company supports the principles-based approach of the CG Code and the flexibility this provides for the adoption of corporate policies and procedures which recognise the individuality of companies. Swire Properties has adopted its own corporate governance code which is available on its website www.swireproperties.com. Corporate governance does not stand still; it evolves with each business and operating environment. The Company is always ready to learn and adopt best practices.

The Company complied with all the code provisions set out in the CG Code contained in Appendix 14 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Listing Rules”) throughout the year covered by the annual report with the following exception which it believed does not benefit shareholders:

  • Sections A.5.1 to A.5.4 of the CG Code in respect of the establishment, terms of reference and resources of a nomination committee. The Board considered the merits of establishing a nomination committee but concluded that it was in the best interests of the Company and potential new appointees that the Board collectively reviews and approves the appointment of any new Director as this allowed a more informed and balanced decision to be made by the Board as to suitability for the role.

During 2021, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited consulted on changes to the CG Code and related Listing Rules. One of the outcomes of the consultation is that nomination committees have become mandatory. The Board has resolved to form a nomination committee. See further under “Nomination Committee” below.