#### 7 Policy on Responsible Advocacy with Public and Regulatory Bodies
##### Philosophy:
Governments, regulators, and legislative agencies at the international, national, regional, and municipal levels all have an impact on a country's social, environmental, and economic domains. Interactions and engagements with these bodies need to be guided with values of commitment, integrity, transparency, and by authorized trained individuals. The Policy on Responsible Advocacy with Public and Regulatory Bodies provides detailed guidance on how SPL engages, influences public and regulatory policies with diverse experience and in a transparent manner. The policy aligns with the Principle 7 of National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC).
##### Our Policy:
1. The Company shall ensure that its advocacy position is consistent with its values of commitment, integrity, honesty, transparency, and based on inputs from all its stakeholders.
2. The Company shall take continuous measures to function within the democratic setup and recognized legislative and policy frameworks.
3. The Company shall ensure consistency of its public communications, disclosures with the Code of Conduct and the principles as outlined in the relevant regulatory frameworks.
4. The Company shall work together with industry organisations, chambers, forums, and associations to influence public and regulatory policies, frameworks, and suggest amendments for improvement of public good.
5. The Company shall promote consensus, co-operation, compliance, persuasion, and meaningful discussions instead of conflict on policy and regulatory matters.