ㅇ In addition, under the three principles of △ 'ESG item-based support,' △ 'ESG performance support' and △ 'ESG promotion for SMEs,'
- the Bank established directions of its ESG lending policy for Korean companies designating ten ESG financial programs, including "Sustainable Growth Promotion Program," "Global Net-Zero Promotion Program," and "Growth Support Program for Export Beginners."
ㅇ Through these programs, Korea Eximbank plans to support the ESG activities of local companies by providing preferential interest rates* and supporting ESG certification fees for external agencies**.
* Up to 1.0%p
** Supporting the fees for ESG management certification assessed by external agencies
□ Marking the anniversary, Korea Eximbank also unveiled seven core business principles, which serve as guidelines for ESG management, and a plan to form an ESG dedicated team.
ㅇ The seven principles* embed Korea Eximbank's determination to practice and spread ESG values by promoting sustainable international economic cooperation.
* △ Expanding Social Value in Finance, △ Improving Sustainability of Bank Operations, △ Risk Management, △ Governance and Integrity, △ Respect for Human Diversity, △ Alignment with International Conventions and Government Policies and △ Responsibility and Communication
ㅇ In the upcoming reorganization, Korea Eximbank plans to launch the "ESG Management Department" and establish an "ESG Committee" within its board of directors to manage and oversee its mid- to long-term ESG management strategies and performance.
□ "Now, ESG management is not an option, but it is a new survival compass that we should employ in our operations," said Chairman Bang Moon-Kyu at the ceremony.
ㅇ He stressed, "By operationalizing the ESG roadmap, Korea Eximbank should lead Korean companies to strengthen their global ESG competitiveness."