The Group recognises the importance of being accountable to its investors and as such has maintained an active and constructive communication policy that enables the Board and Management to communicate effectively with its investors, stakeholders and the public generally.

The Company communicates with its shareholders and stakeholders through the timely release of financial results on a quarterly basis, press releases and announcements to Bursa Securities which provide shareholders with an overview of the Group’s performance and operations.

In addition, the Managing Director and Finance Director hold post-results press conferences and discussions with analysts and shareholders. Presentations are made or roadshows undertaken, as appropriate, to explain the Group’s strategy, performance and major developments of the Group’s business activities. However, information which may be regarded as undisclosed material information about the Group will not be provided to any single shareholder or shareholder group.

The Board regards the Annual General Meeting as an opportunity to communicate directly with shareholders. At each Annual General Meeting, the Board presents a comprehensive report on the progress and performance of the Group’s business. Shareholders are given opportunity to participate in the question and answer session on the proposed resolutions and the Group’s operations. Executive Directors and, where appropriate, the Chairman of the Board, are available to respond to shareholders’ queries during the meeting. Where appropriate, the Chairman will undertake to provide a written response to any significant question that cannot be readily answered on the spot.

Each item of special business included in the notice of the meeting will be accompanied by a full explanation of the effects of a proposed resolution. The outcome of the Annual General Meeting is announced to Bursa Securities on the same meeting day.

A press conference is normally held after the Annual General Meeting where the Chairman and the Managing Director answer questions from the media on the Group’s plans and activities.

The Company’s corporate website, www.gab.com.my, is another communication channel which allows investors to access corporate information of the Group on a timely manner.