Annual Report 2020

China Merchants China Direct Investments Limited Annual Report 2020 82 ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE REPORT (CONTINUED) SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CONTINUED) Community Programmes The Company and the Investment Manager recognise the role we play in the society, hence we are seeking different ways to give back to the community. The staff of the Investment Manager are encouraged to engage the community and fulfil their civil duties, for example, volunteering in any areas they see fits, participating in voting to express their views. The Investment Manager is considering to engage non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and charities for its employees volunteering and other suitable opportunities. The core principles we promote are: ‧ showing love, to give hope and to support the disadvantaged; ‧ encouraging compassion and empathy in the employees of the Investment Manager; ‧ fostering a sense of community within the Investment Manager; and ‧ empowering through education.