Chairman, the Board engages in transparent discussions on all matters presented. Regular insights and counsel are sought from Senior Executives within the Group, as well as external advisers when necessary, facilitating the Board’s decision-making process. Throughout the review period, the Board delved into a diverse array of topics, fulfilling its obligations with discussions spanning strategy, sustainability, and the operations of the Group, including its principal operating subsidiaries. Financial aspects, legal considerations, compliance, governance, and risk matters were also meticulously scrutinised. Additionally, Board and Board Committee meetings are strategically held at various business operating units or major/new project sites to provide the Board with a firsthand assessment of progress and to address any pertinent issues raised. During the Financial Year under review, the respective Board Committees undertook visits to thefollowing business operations/ongoing projects: • 9 February 2023: Site Visit by BSRC & BAC to Stesen Janakuasa Sultan Azlan Shah, Manjung, Perak • 3 March 2023: Site Visit by BAC to Stesen Janakuasa Kubota and Stesen Janakuasa Tawau, Sabah • 6 August 2023: Site Visit by BAC to Large-Scale Solar Power Plant, Bukit Selambau, Kedah BOARD COMPOSITION AND INDEPENDENCE The Board has conducted a thorough review of the independence status of each Independent Non-Executive Director. Throughout the year, it was confirmed that none of the Independent Non-Executive Directors maintained significant business or other relationships with the Group. Moreover, no other factors were identified that could potentially compromise their independence of character and judgment, aligning with the guiding principles set forth in the MCCG and MMLR. Recognising the paramount importance of independence characteristics delineated in the MCCG, the Board places significant emphasis on the duration of service when evaluating the independence of Independent Non-Executive Directors. As part of its governance