We are committed to respecting human rights by adhering to the Group’s Shared Policy on Human Rights. We uphold the principles enshrined in international standards such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Labour Organisation’s Declaration of Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work and the United Nations Global Compact.
Our Group Shared Policy on Human Rights delineates our comprehensive approach to human rights due diligence, ensuring that all Ajinomoto Group companies, officers and employees adhere to the highest ethical standards.
Ajinomoto Group's Shared Policies on Human Rights Key Principles:
As part of our commitment to upholding basic labour rights including freedom of association and collective bargaining, 233 employees are covered by collective bargaining agreements, safeguarding their rights and interests.
We actively promote awareness of Ajinomoto Group’s Human Rights Policy through onboarding programmes and regular employee briefings. There were zero substantiated complaints concerning human rights violations in the year under review.
Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad ensures that our operations comply with local legislations, including Employment Act 1955, Trade Union Act 1959 and Industrial Relations Act of 1967, as well as Human Rights and Malaysian Labour Standards.