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Whistleblowing Policy<br />

As part of InBev’s Code of Business Conduct - which acts as a guideline for all company business decisions - we place a<br />

strong emphasis on enforcing and reporting of violations or potential violations of the Code. To learn more about the InBev<br />

Code of Business Conduct, please see page 34.<br />

All managers are responsible for the enforcement of and compliance with the Code, including its distribution to ensure that the<br />

employees of InBev have sufficient knowledge of the Code and comply with it adequately.<br />

No manager or individual has the authority to permit any exceptions to the Code. Employees have the possibility to report<br />

violations, or potential violations through internal mechanisms (such as by going to their appropriate line manager), however<br />

should they wish, employees may also use an appointed third party organization, EthicsPoint Inc., which provides InBev<br />

employees with the following further options for reporting :<br />

• Via the Internet - to access a highly secure Internet-based message interface that will immediately notify the General Counsel<br />

Corporate Governance & Compliance and the VP Corporate Audit.<br />

• 24/7 available whistleblowing line - employees may call the toll free line to speak with a live operator who is a compliance<br />

specialist. The line operates 24 hours a day/seven days a week and also has translation services available at all times.<br />

Subject to potential legal requirements, the identity of an employee reporting alleged violations will be kept confidential.<br />

Employees will not be subject to retaliation or penalties of any kind for reporting in good faith a suspected violation to InBev.<br />

Philanthropic Guidelines<br />

InBev represents the combination of companies which have long and accomplished histories of corporate responsibility.<br />

InBev seeks to be known for its strong commitment to responsible actions globally and especially in those communities where<br />

it operates. We strive to invest in areas where business and societal needs intersect. InBev’s philanthropic investments always<br />

support this.<br />

InBev guidelines for giving<br />

We do not support organizations which discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, gender, age, veteran status, physical<br />

challenge or national origin. Contributions, generally, are not provided to :<br />

• Individuals;<br />

• Religious organizations;<br />

• Political parties or candidates;<br />

• Capital campaigns;<br />

• Endowment funds, and<br />

• Conferences, workshops or seminars not directly related to InBev’s business interests.<br />

InBev Citizenship 08<br />

<strong>People</strong> and Community 17

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