CEO Statement of Support for the Women’s Empowerment Principles AAK has been sourcing raw materials from developing countries in West Africa for decades During the last years we have deployed a women empowerment programme comprising support and training and offering business opportunities It is our experience that given the opportunity to improve their livelihood, the women clearly demonstrate skills, willingness and commitment to improve their standard of living We have seen that empowering women in developing countries is beneficial to both the families, the local communities and to our business – and an important contribution in the fight against poverty At AAK, we find it natural to back and actively support the Women’s Empowerment Principles within our sphere of influence Yours faithfully AarhusKarlshamn AB (publ.) Arne Frank, President and CEO August 2010 A company in the AAK Group AarhusKarlshamn AB (publ.) Jungmansgatan 12 SE-211 19 Malmö Sweden Phone +46 454 820 00 info@aak.com www.aak.com Registered office: Malmö Company no 556669-2850 SE556669285001