Rotana Corporate Sustainability Report 2012

37 Code of Business Conduct and Ethics For Rotana, ethics is the centerpiece of the company’s and colleague’s commitment to conducting business legally and with high standards of integrity. Continuous efforts are made to ensure Rotana’s Code represents best practices in ethics and compliance. The cornerstone of our business conduct is the ‘Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, which addresses in a detailed way, the following issues: • Compliance with Laws, Rules & Regulations • Conflict of interest • Confidentiality • Use and Protection of Company Assets • Entertainment & Gifts • Dealing with Government Employees or Officials • Dealing with Media & Online Communities • Corporate Opportunities • Protection of Company Records • Competitive Practices • Political Activities & Contributions • Safety, Health & Environment • Grooming Standards • Discipline • Discrimination & Harassment • Use of Electronic System • Information System/Software • Employment of Relatives • Bribery & Corruption In 2012, 100 % of all colleagues have been trained on the Code, as well as have signed the respective acknowledgement. As a result, within 2012 • No financial or non-financial contribution to political parties or polities took place, nor did we receive any financial aid from governments. • No legal actions for anti-competitive behaviour, anti-trust and monopoly behaviour against Rotana were claimed.