Voting and engagement policy

Exercising voting rights and communicating with issuers are essential components of Crédit Mutuel Asset Management's responsibility as a responsible investor. This policy is an extension of its investment strategy, the objective of which is to seek consistent performance over the long term, in line with the funds' guidelines.

The voting policy principles adopted by Crédit Mutuel Asset Management are:

• Respect for minority shareholders' rights and fairness between shareholders
• Transparency and quality of information provided to shareholders
• Balance of powers between the management boards
• The Sustainability and integration of companies' long term strategy
• Supporting best corporate governance practices