Siemens Ltd. has long been contributing to Hong Kong through our active participation in many large-scale projects in the arenas of energy, communication, transportation, industry and medical equipments. These help enhance the business and economic environments of the territory. Not only does Siemens target to achieve continual business growth, but also strive for better living of the local communities. Through the products we create, we unite our business interests with a desire to improve people's living standards and enhance their living environments.

Corporate Citizenship is one of our core corporate values. Being one of the largest multinational corporations investing in Hong Kong, we have paid our utmost effort in contributing to public life by offering assistance to the people in need. Our initiatives here include advancing education and science, and addressing social problems through community and social welfare programmes.

Innovation is another core value of Siemens. This creates the foundation for our sustained business growth. We have offered scholarships for a number of university students to support the idea of Learning and Research that is the platform for any innovative products and ideas. Through the sponsorship of AFS Intercultural Exchanges Program and our support to university projects, Siemens has been contributing to the development of innovations within the territory and beyond.

With reference to Siemens' social welfare programmes, we are carrying them out on an ongoing basis so that our service targets will be able to receive continual support and assistance. Since March 2003, we have been performing a number of social services. With the establishment of Siemens Volunteer Team on 6 November 2003, we carry out social welfare services to the needy people on a regular basis.

Siemens' contributions to Hong Kong will not be limited to its technological advancements but also its support to the local communities to help improve the livelihood of the Hong Kong people.