Since 1998, Sinochem Corporation, a traditional state-owned trading company, has been proactively exploring the strategic transformation centering on agriculture, energy, chemicals, finance and real estate in line with development of the nation�¢ï¿½ï¿½s market economy. Over the years of great efforts, Sinochem has remodeled itself into an innovative enterprise with strong competitive edge and rapidly built up its overall strength and industrial puissance. In the agricultural sector, Sinochem Corporation is now China�¢ï¿½ï¿½s largest fertilizer provider, manufacturing, distributing and marketing all varieties of the fertilizers. It also enjoys the leading status in R&D, manufacturing and distribution of pesticide as well as seed breeding and processing. Covering 80% of China�¢ï¿½ï¿½s arable land, our distribution network delivers quality and �¢ï¿½ï¿½green�¢ï¿½ï¿½ agricultural inputs and services to the Chinese farmers. A leading force to safeguard China�¢ï¿½ï¿½s agricultural security, Sinochem plays a vibrant role in promoting the nation�¢ï¿½ï¿½s agricultural growth and raising the peasants�¢ï¿½ï¿½ income. In the energy area, Sinochem Corporation has engaged in the oil business for several decades and enjoyed long-term partnerships with its global counterparts. In the recent years, Sinochem has not only continued to reinforce its strength in the international oil trading and logistics, but also made milestone breakthrough in upstream oil exploration and production sector. Sinochem has already become an important national oil company with the integrated industrial chain, safeguarding the national energy security. In the chemicals segment, Sinochem Corporation continues to take the leading status in fluorine chemicals, pharmaceutical business, natural rubber and chemical logistics. It has also exerted the strong influence on R&D and marketing of pigment and medical products. As China�¢ï¿½ï¿½s primary comprehensive chemical service provider, Sinochem plays an active role in promoting technological advancement, industrial security, environmental protection and harmonious development of the Chinese chemical industry. Sinochem Corporation provides various financial commodities and services as well. FOTIC, Far Eastern Leasing, Lion Fund and Manulife-Sinochem Life Insurance are all competitive players in their specific market in China. In real estate business, Sinochem is committed to becoming an important developer and operator of the high-end hotel and commercial properties. Jinmao Group and Franshion Properties, two renowned property subsidiaries of Sinochem own quality assets like Jinmao Tower and Chemsunny World Trade Center, which have become the landmark mega structure in Shanghai Pudong District and Beijing Chang�¢ï¿½ï¿½an Avenue. Sinochem has a number of branches and subsidiaries both in China and abroad, among which, there are three listed companies, namely Sinochem International (SSE, 600500), SinoFert (HKEX, 00297), Franshion Properties (HKEX, 00817). More than 20, 000 employees emulate Sinochem�¢ï¿½ï¿½s spirit of exploration and innovation, adopt the mindset of �¢ï¿½ï¿½Creating Value, Pursuing Excellence�¢ï¿½ï¿½ and try their utmost to enhance the corporate value. Looking forwards into the future, Sinochem Corporation will accelerate its strategic transformation, further complement its core industrial value chain and forge the concerted and sustainable industrial conglomerate. With our incessant efforts, we shall make even greater contribution to the country�¢ï¿½ï¿½s development and realize our own dream of becoming a great company with global influence.