Communities
We believe that as global corporate citizens we can contribute to such forces of reform and human rights as are at work in the communities in which we operate. We therefore have a responsibility in those communities to:
· respect human rights and democratic institutions, and promote them wherever practicable;
· recognize government's legitimate obligation to the society at large and support public policies and practices that promote human development through harmonious relations between business and other segments of society;
· collaborate with those forces in the community dedicated to raising standards of health, education, workplace safety and economic well-being;
· promote and stimulate sustainable development and play a leading role in preserving and enhancing the physical environment and conserving the earth's resources;
· support peace, security, diversity and social integration;
· respect the integrity of local cultures; and
· be a good corporate citizen through charitable donations, educational and cultural contributions, and employee participation in community and civic affairs.