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This decision reflects recent changes in the business environment and shareholder feedback. Even after abolition, the company will continue to respond appropriately to large-scale share acquisition activities by providing adequate information and respecting opinions of independent directors.\n\n### Regarding Partial Amendment of Articles of Incorporation\nIn conjunction with the abolition of the share buyback defense measures, the company resolved to delete Chapter 8 (Provisions on Share Buyback Defense Measures) of the Articles of Incorporation, which will be submitted to the shareholders\u2019 meeting on March 26, 2026. Specifically, provisions in Articles 42 and 43 will be removed, eliminating all clauses related to the share buyback defense measures. 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