and emphasizing key aspects of risks and internal controls. • Participated as panellist at national conferences, contributing valuable insights and perspectives to enrich the discussions. • Contributed as taskforce members of the committee in developing the Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) document for IIA Malaysia on Internal Review of Sustainability Statement by Internal Auditors. • Attended Head of ASEAN Power Utilities/Authorities (HAPUA) Internal Audit Summit, which centred on topics including data analytics, third party vendor risk management, supply chain disruption, fraud, and sustainability. The summit involved the engagement of internal audit functions from Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam. • Executed guest auditor initiative involving subsidiaries’ internal audit personnel, along with internal and external attachment programs aimed at enhancing knowledge and expertise. • Implemented the BAC Meeting Observer program, allowingmanagers/ executives to participate as observers. This initiative offers valuable opportunity for practical learning and exposure amongst auditors. • Demonstrated commitment to sustainability goals through GIA’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme and other initiatives, including tree planting, gotong-royong at orphanage, donation for school children, and recycling activity. EFFECTIVE AUDIT AND RISK MANAGEMENT STATEMENT ON INTERNAL AUDIT FUNCTION TENAGA NASIONAL BERHAD Integrated Annual Report 2023 176 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING We value and facilitate a direct, two-way dialogue with the shareholders and investors. It is our top priority to provide relevant information to shareholders, listen to and understand their perspectives and respond to their feedback. Our AGM plays an important role in providing the shareholders with an opportunity to communicate directly with the Chairman and President/CEO about the business, governance, financial performance and prospects. It also provides an opportunity for shareholders to raise questions for the Board, T