Policies and Guidelines
Under the corporate philosophy, “Otsuka-people creating new products for better health worldwide,” the Otsuka group promotes sustainable business activities conducted with integrity, as a company committed to contributing to healthier and more enriched lives for people worldwide.
To ensure responsible and consistent business practices, the group has established various Codes and Policies, including the Otsuka Group Global Code of Business Ethics, which applies to all individuals engaged in business activities within the group. In addition, it has developed specific policies that clarify key focus areas, as well as guidelines intended to foster understanding and cooperation among its business partners.
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Key Initiatives and Organizations
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The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) is a voluntary initiative in which signatory companies and organizations commit to a global framework embodying 10 principles on the protection of human rights, humane and non-discriminatory labour practices, environmentally sound practices, and prevention of corruption. Otsuka Holdings became a signatory to the UNGC in 2016.
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The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) are a set of voluntary principles offering guidance for corporate practices to promote equality and women’s empowerment. Otsuka Holdings became a signatory to the WEPs in 2017.
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The Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) created by the Financial Stability Board encourages recognition and disclosure of climate-related financial risks and opportunities. In 2017, the TCFD released climate-related financial disclosure recommendations to help companies provide better information for informed capital allocation. The Otsuka group announced its support for recommendations issued by the TCFD in 2021.
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The international RE100 initiative asks companies to commit to using 100% renewable energy in their business activities. The Otsuka group joined the initiative n 2022.
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The Japan Climate Initiative is a network of companies, local governments, NGOs, and other groups engaged in climate action that work to strengthen information distribution and exchange opinions on this important topic.
Also, to work for the development of the various group industries and to solve common issues, Otsuka group companies are affiliated with several organizations such as the Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association, The Intravenous Solutions Society, and the Japan Soft Drink Association.
・Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association
・The Intravenous Solutions Society
・Japan Soft Drink Association