Announcement Regarding the Capital and Business Alliance Agreement Between Star Asia Group and Mizuho Leasing Group and the Conclusion of a Sponsor Support Agreement with ML Estate Co., Ltd.

Overview of the Capital and Business Alliance Agreement

Star Asia Group and Mizuho Leasing Group have entered into a capital and business alliance agreement under which Mizuho Leasing Group has invested a 25.00% equity stake (24.90% voting rights ownership) in Star Asia Group LLC. The alliance covers finance provision, collaboration in investment projects, joint development of operational businesses, joint consideration of fund and REIT businesses, and know-how sharing through personnel exchanges. This partnership aims to drive business expansion and enhance corporate value for both groups.

Conclusion of the Sponsor Support Agreement and Future Outlook

The Investment Corporation and its asset management company have entered into a three-year sponsor support agreement with ML Estate Co., Ltd. The agreement includes provisions for property sales information sharing, asset acquisition support, warehousing functions, tenant introductions, financing cooperation, investor referrals, real estate and financial market information provision, and personnel support. The contract is conditional upon the execution of the capital and business alliance agreement and payment of investment funds, with no expected changes to operational forecasts.