Risks Related to a Broad Range of Laws, Regulations and Litigation
First written in FY2016. 2 of 4 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2020. Latest entry: FY2026.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2024: 4 of 10 companies on the "Worse" side.
1 other company's latest entry also says "Advanced".
- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「This Code of Conduct was prepared in 25 languages, including Japanese, so that all Group officers and employees in Japan and overseas can share the Group's compliance mindset, and we are working to communicate and embed it globally.」
The compliance code of conduct has been rolled out in 25 languages, and 4 internal reporting channels have been established, including an external counsel contact point and multilingual contact points. - FY2022RestatedAnnual report
「Specific activities during the period were as follows: • Meetings between the CCO and the heads of sales divisions and presidents of Group companies • Regular meetings of compliance officers from Group companies • Regular liaison meetings with compliance officers at overseas offices」
Describes ongoing operation of the compliance framework, including ISO 37001, the Anti-Corruption Regulations, and the Basic Policy on Sanctions and Export Controls, as well as meetings, liaison sessions and training conducted during the period. - FY2020AdvancedAnnual report
「In November 2019, we became the first Japanese company to obtain ISO 37001, the international standard for anti-bribery management systems. In July 2019, we established the Sojitz Group Basic Policy on Sanctions and Export Controls and built a framework to address the risk of violations of domestic and overseas sanctions and export control regulations.」
Describes specific progress in anti-corruption and export control compliance through obtaining ISO 37001 and establishing the Basic Policy on Sanctions and Export Controls. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「To comply with these laws and regulations, the Group has established a compliance program and a Compliance Committee to ensure and promote compliance throughout the Group.」
Covers the Companies Act, tax laws, anti-corruption, antitrust, trade-related laws and regulations, and chemical regulations.