Code of Conduct
This Code of Conduct is a set of guidelines to provide high ethical standards for employees in
HTC Group in conducting HTC Group's business activities. All employees in HTC Group must follow these ethical standards regardless of their position, grade, and location.
This Code of Conduct applies to HTC Corporation, its subsidiaries, any incorporated foundation in which its accumulated contributions from HTC Corporation, direct or indirect,
exceed 50 percent of the total funds of the foundation, and other institutions or juristic persons substantially controlled by HTC Corporation (collectively, HTC Group or the
Company ).
This Code of Conduct is superior to any other local regulations except certain mandatory laws/acts issued by the local government. Any violation of this Code of Conduct and applicable policies may cause disciplinary action up to and including the termination.
Employees are responsible for understanding and complying with this Code of Conduct as well as other applicable HTC polices/rules.
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1.0 General Guidelines
While maintaining a work culture that ensures the company's success, HTC Group strives to treat each employee with fairness and dignity. HTC Group is also committed to complying with the labor laws of each country it operates in. Meanwhile, employees are under duties of confidentiality to HTC Group, and have responsibilities to protect HTC Group's assets and comply with internal company rules and external laws and regulations.
1.1 Work Environments
HTC Group is committed to establishing a safe and healthy workplace, free from recognized hazards, for employees in accordance with local laws and regulations, and is thoroughly dedicated to creating a work environment which is free of harassment (including sexual harassment) and discrimination for employees. Any language or behavior that would endanger physical or mental health of an employee is strictly prohibited, and the employee who becomes aware of such language or behavior shall report to the competent authority immediately.
1.2 Equal Opportunity
HTC Group's employment policy shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Hiring decisions are based on HTC Group's business needs and the applicant's abilities, and HTC
Group provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees without
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regard to non-job-related factors, such as race, color, social class, language, religion,
political affiliation, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, appearance,
disability, previous union membership.
Everyone in HTC Group shall be treated with dignity, respect and honesty. This principle applies to all areas of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training,
promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, and club or recreational activities.
1.3 Confidentiality
During the employment with HTC Group and thereafter, all employees shall maintain strict confidentiality of Confidential Information (as defined below) about HTC Group, its customers and vendors/suppliers that they learn or hold during their employment to ensure its security and confidentiality and to prevent unauthorized use, disclosure or dissemination. Except for the use of Confidential Information under purposes of the disclosure and company rules, each employee shall not disclose it to a third party in any
