Philosophy The purpose of the Shionogi Group's corporate activities is, as expressed in the opening of its Company Policy, to "supply the best possible medicine to protect the health and wellbeing of the patients we serve." This eternal and unwavering corporate philosophy is a statement of our vision and value to society. To achieve and live by the Company Policy, we have formulated Action Guidelines, which all Shionogi employees share and embrace as norms for daily activities. Through activities based on the Company Policy and the Action Guidelines, Shionogi will continue to contribute to patients, physicians and other healthcare providers, shareholders and investors, and furthermore to society as a whole.