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While taking into account external factors such as foreign exchange and raw material\/fuel prices, the company will pursue global expansion, new product launches, and the spread of recycling technologies.\n\n### Key Initiatives, Investment and Financial Policy\nAmong the five priority issues, optimizing the business portfolio and improving capital efficiency are central. The plan aims to sustain growth through DX\/AI utilization, strengthening human resource strategies, and rigorous quality and compliance. It plans a next expansion of superabsorbent polymer capacity of 70 KT\/year, commercialization and expansion of high-margin functional materials, and accelerated R&D investment and new product development, targeting a total production capacity of 590 KT by FY2030. 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