The report contains Standard Disclosures from the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) G4 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines. However, it is not yet 'in accordance' with the Guidelines. JT aims for our FY2015 report to be in accordance with the GRI G4 'Core'.
Mitsuomi Koizumi, President and Chief Executive Officer of JT, said "We are only at the beginning of our journey and we recognize that there is much more to do. We must – and will – make further strides on sustainability if we are to continue our success. As we implement improvements in the years to come, we look forward to an even more prosperous future that will benefit not only the Group but society in general."
Accelerated the development of our Group-wide sustainability strategy, a process that began in 2012.
Established a Group-wide anti-bribery policy.
Our international tobacco business was recognized as a Top Employer in 33 countries around the world, including the top 3 position in Europe, and is certified by Investors in People in 17 countries.
Withdrew 5,470 children from child labor in Brazil, Malawi and Zambia thanks to the ARISE program, which helps tobacco farmers send their children to school.