On 6 November 2026, the award ceremony for the "Best Corporate Governance and ESG Awards 2026" hosed by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA), was held in Hong Kong. Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust (00405.HK) received the ESG Special Mention, making it the sole Hong Kong-listed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) among the 35 award-winning organizations of this edition. Hosted by HKICPA, the Awards serve as a key benchmark for corporate governance and ESG performance in Hong Kong's capital market. This recognition stems from the REIT's long-term commitment to the stock real-estate sector, systematic establishment of an ESG management system, and delivery of material sustainable practices. Launched in 2000, the HKICPA Best Corporate Governance and ESG Awards are among Hong Kong's earliest award programmes focusing on corporate‑governance practices. The corporate‑governance review has run for 26 years, while ESG disclosure‑and‑practice assessment has been conducted for 15 years. For the 2026 edition, artificial intelligence was deployed for the first‑round screening of annual reports and ESG reports from approximately 2,400 Main‑Board listed companies on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Following AI‑powered initial screening, multi‑round quality reviews and in‑depth deliberations by the judging panel, only 35 organizations were selected as award recipients. The Awards set requirements well above regulatory compliance minimums. Report length is not used as an evaluation metric. Judges place greater emphasis on whether organizations have truly embedded corporate‑governance and ESG principles into organizational culture, corporate strategies and day‑to‑day operations, as well as their voluntary, material achievements beyond regulatory requirements. Adopting a stringent "no‑award‑for‑sub‑threshold‑entries" principle, no award will be granted for a category if candidates fail to meet assessment thresholds, demonstrating the rigorous standard of the Awards. Yuexiu REIT has published sustainability reports for ten consecutive years. Sustainability is embedded in the fundamentals of its real‑asset management, rather than treated as a box‑ticking compliance obligation. On governance: the REIT has established an ESG governance framework overseen by its Board of Directors, forming closed‑loop management spanning investment decision‑making, asset operations, risk control and information disclosure. It keeps updating its policies and disclosures in alignment with global sustainability frameworks including ISSB and GRESB. On assets: it drives low‑carbon operations via green renovation of existing buildings and wellness‑focused building certifications. Around 70% of its property portfolio by gross floor area holds LEED O+M Platinum certification, and over 90% has obtained WELL Health‑Safety certifications. On finance: in 2026, the REIT rolled out its inaugural Sustainable Finance Framework and issued its first offshore dual‑currency green bond. As of mid‑2026, green and sustainability‑linked financing accounted for 38% of its total financing. Governance Foundation, Asset Delivery and Financial Empowerment reinforce one another, forming the REIT's three‑pillar sustainable‑development framework. Statement by Mr. Jiang Guoxiong, Chairman of Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust: "Yuexiu REIT is honoured to receive the ESG Special Mention under the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants 2026 Best Corporate Governance and ESG Awards. This recognition affirms our long-standing commitment to embedding sustainability into our asset management, operations and disclosures. Sound corporate governance and robust ESG practices serve as the cornerstone for us to deliver long term value to our stakeholders. We are grateful to HKICPA for establishing this significant industry benchmark. Going forward, we will continue to strive for progress, further elevate our governance and sustainability standards, and work with participants across Hong Kong's capital market to advance industry wide best practices."

As a Hong Kong-listed real estate investment trust (REIT), Yuexiu REIT (0405.HK) continues to benchmark against international capital market ESG standards and refine its sustainable asset operation and management system. In the latest results of the GRESB Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark assessment, Yuexiu REIT has once again been awarded the Sector Leader title and the highest 5-Star rating, ranking first in Asia within the Diversified Real Estate peer group. The REIT has also secured the highest A-rating for GRESB public disclosure for six consecutive years, leading comparable participants in China. Backed by sound, transparent and well-structured governance capabilities, it has earned consistent recognition from globally authoritative sustainability assessment institutions. Global Recognition | Ranked No.1 in Asia’s Diversified Real Estate Peer Group for the First Time GRESB is a highly credible sustainability assessment framework for the global real estate sector. Its 2026 assessment attracted nearly 3,000 organisations globally, reflecting intensifying competition among participants. For the Standing Investments peer group this year, the average score of participants stood at 80.9 out of 100, representing a 2.4% increase from the 2025 average of 79. The threshold for the 5-Star Rating has narrowed to 90.8–97.7 points (compared with 89.5–97.7 points in 2025), demonstrating continuously raised assessment criteria. GRESB Sector Leader is one of the highest honours conferred under the annual GRESB assessment. It recognizes entities that achieve the highest score within their peer group, as well as those whose score is within 1 point of the top score. Amid fierce global competition this year, drawing on its long-established sustainable management system, Yuexiu REIT has once again obtained the highest 5-Star Rating and retained the Sector Leader title for the second consecutive years, ranking first in Asia in the Diversified Real Estate peer group. Industry-leading Practice | Assets Renewed to Deliver Premium Green Living Standards ESG leadership is ultimately embodied in practical operations of existing assets. As a Hong Kong-listed REIT, Yuexiu REIT continuously advances green renewal of its core landmark assets and explores an integrated model of “green retrofitting + asset value enhancement” for premium commercial properties. The renewal project of its Guangzhou Four Seasons Hotel, a city super high-rise landmark, serves as a flagship example of sustainable upgrading for the Fund’s high-quality existing assets. Unlike conventional green retrofits that focus primarily on energy conservation and carbon reduction, this project prioritises indoor human health and environmental safety. Renovation works for guestrooms and public areas were implemented in phased and staggered zoned to maintain uninterrupted hotel operations, and the project has successfully obtained the Gold Certification for Nearly Zero-pollution Interior Decoration. Benchmarking advanced green built-environment standard, pollutant simulation analysis was conducted at the design stage. Low-pollution construction materials including E0-grade wood panels and eco-friendly water-based paints were selected, alongside a strict material access inspection mechanism to deliver full-process control over construction pollution, dust and noise. Upon completion, formaldehyde and TVOC levels in guestrooms and public areas are substantially better than national standards. Balancing premium guest experience, healthy indoor environment and low-carbon objectives, the upgrade has achieved dual improvements in the quality and operating performance of the landmark asset. The project demonstrates a viable path for synergistic growth of environmental, social and investment returns for existing commercial assets, setting an industry benchmark for retrofits that prioritise both carbon reduction and human health. Commitment to Long-term Value | Advancing Sustainable Capabilities with an International Vision Headquartered in Hong Kong and with deep roots in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Yuexiu REIT adopts an international asset management mindset. Moving beyond short-term asset appreciation, the REIT focuses on value cultivation and sustainable iteration of existing assets. The REIT systematically builds a mature, resilient and transparent sustainable operation system for held real estate assets around four core pillars: strengthening the ESG governance framework, delivering green retrofits for existing assets, innovating green financial instruments and enhancing high-standard information disclosure. By continuously consolidating governance foundations, driving low-carbon upgrading of existing assets, expanding green financing channels and refining disclosure aligned with international standards, Yuexiu REIT elevates its sustainability management performance to meet the valuation criteria of global institutional investors, and facilitates the coordinated improvement of industry-wide sustainability capabilities. Moving forward, Yuexiu REIT will continue to benchmark against global real estate asset management leaders, strengthen its capabilities in green operation of premium existing assets, steadily unlock long-term asset value, and deliver robust and sustainable total returns for unitholders, the market and urban development.

On October 1st, 2025, the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) officially announced its 2025 assessment results.Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust (Yuexiu REIT, stock code: 00405.HK) has been awarded the highest 5-Star rating and the honor of “Global Sector Leader-Listed” title under Diversified Property sector for the first time, and has also secured thehighest Public Disclosure score of “A”for the fifth consecutive year. In the 2025 GRESB assessment, Yuexiu REIT achieved full marks in both the Social (S) and Governance (G) dimensions, while the Environmental (E) dimension scored 10 points above the peer group average, driving its overall score to rise from 86 to 91out of 100, ranking second among the group of listed companies investing in diversified properties in Eastern Asia. In sub-categories, Yuexiu REIT received full scores in leadership, policies, reporting, risk management, risk assessment, targets, tenants and community, data monitoring and review. Additionally, according to the 2025 Sustainability Rating Results published by Hang Seng Indexes in August, Yuexiu REIT's sustainability rating was upgraded to “A”, with both overall and environmental performance exceeding 60% of its industry peers. Yuexiu REIT has long been committed to integrating sustainability principles into its business and management models, continuously aligning with international standards to enhance operational efficiency and actively pursuing green and low-carbon development. On the operational front, Yuexiu REIT has embedded green, healthy, safe, smart, and community-oriented concepts into every aspect of its business: On the financing front, Yuexiu REIT is actively advancing green and sustainable finance to accelerate its low-carbon transformation. In December 2024, Yuexiu REIT successfully signed a new Sustainability-Linked Loan (SLL) with a total value of HKD 1.805 billion. As of the end of June 2025, green and sustainability-related financing accounted for approximately 34% of total financing. Ms. OU Haijing, CEO of Yuexiu REIT, stated: "The dual upgrades of GRESB Rating and Hang Seng Sustainability Rating demonstrate the effectiveness of our ESG strategy and validate that our ESG governance structure, operational standards, control processes, and performance outcomes are industry-leading. This is a milestone in our journey toward sustainable value creation, and we are greatly encouraged." Looking ahead, Yuexiu REIT will remain committed to the concepts of Economy Win-win Development, Environment Green Development and Society Inclusive Development. Yuexiu REIT will continue to enhance ESG governance and risk management, deepen the implementation of its dual-carbon strategy, and create long-term value for all stakeholders. About GRESB GRESB is the leading global sustainability benchmark for real estate and infrastructure investments, widely recognized by financial and capital markets. According to the public information, in 2024, GRESB assessed 3,110 real estate and infrastructure funds, developers, and asset operators across over 80 countries and regions, representing a gross asset value (GAV) of more than USD 9 trillion. About Hang Seng Indexes Sustainability Ratings Hang Seng Indexes commissions the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA) to conduct sustainability assessments based on international and local standards. According to the public information, the 2025 assessment covered approximately 500 Hong Kong-listed companies and over 1,300 A-share companies. The results are publicly disclosed and serve as a key reference for evaluating corporate ESG performance.

Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust (Yuexiu REIT) has achieved a milestone breakthrough with multiple properties collectively securing WELL Health-Safety recognitions, marking another proactive exploration in China's commercial real estate ESG landscape. Notably, Guangzhou International Finance Centre (GZIFC) office building and Yuexiu Financial Tower earned Platinum WELL certifications with outstanding scores, becoming the only dual Platinum-certified (LEED & WELL) projects in Zhujiang New Town CBD of Guangzhou. This accomplishment demonstrates our commitment to establishing "China benchmarks" for healthy building standards in commercial real estate. Additionally, GZIFC shopping mall, Fortune Plaza, City Plaza, Victory Plaza, Wuhan Yuexiu Fortune Centre, Wuhan Starry Victoria Shopping Centre, Shanghai Yue Xiu Tower, and Hangzhou Victory Business Centre obtained WELL Health-Safety Rating (WELL HSR) recognitions. Exemplifying this achievement, GZIFC – China's first super-tall landmark to secure LEED V4 Platinum certification for existing buildings – features a VAV air-conditioning system and advanced fresh air technology achieving 99% PM2.5 filtration while maintaining optimal humidity at 30%-60%. Its comprehensive BOMA China COE and BOMA360 Global certification covers six operational domains including facility management and tenant relations. Post-WELL Platinum certification, GZIFC stands as Asia-Pacific's first REIT asset holding quadruple certifications: WELL, LEED, BOMA China, and BOMA International. Technological Integration: The "China Approach" to Healthy Buildings Our healthy building initiatives leverage technological innovation to simultaneously enhance sustainability and spatial wellness. Water Stewardship: Rigorous water quality control systems are implemented. At Yuexiu Financial Tower, condensate water recycling technology enables annual water reuse exceeding 1,000 metric tons, ensuring water safety while establishing closed-loop resource management. Real-time smart monitoring tracks 15 water quality parameters, safeguarding tenant health. Integrated with BIM and BA systems, these measures reduce water consumption by 44.15%. Thermal Environment Optimization: Advanced acoustic materials and spatial sound field technology maintain comfortable noise levels. GZIFC's double-glazed Low-E curtain walls block 70% of UV radiation while dynamically adjusting illumination intensity across daytime periods, protecting occupant eye health and reducing energy consumption. Health Performance Intelligence: Smart building systems enable scientific wellness management through real-time environmental monitoring. Triple-stage air purification (pre-filter + MERV13 electrostatic dust removal + HEPA deep filtration), photocatalytic VOC decomposition, and adaptive airflow regulation maintain PM2.5 ≤ 5μg/m³ and CO₂ <800ppm – exceeding international health standards. Continuous tracking of 12 air quality indicators (including formaldehyde and TVOC) enables dynamic ventilation optimization. BIM-BA system integration achieves >99% pollutant removal efficiency, creating "breathing green spaces" for tenants and redefining the ecological future of intelligent buildings. Social Impact: From Spatial Innovation to Urban Symbiosis Exceptional commercial spaces serve as urban sanctuaries that support occupant well-being and community growth. Ecosystem Co-creation: Our YUE OFFICE platform has hosted over 100 low-carbon runs, art salons, and wellness events engaging 100,000+ professionals. Rooftop farms at Yuexiu Financial Tower, Fortune Plaza, and Wuhan Starry Victoria Shopping Centre have become metropolitan "green energy spaces" for stress relief. GZIFC shopping mall's WELL EAT program establishes healthy dining ecosystems through curated F&B partnerships. Community Engagement: Through multi-channel resource integration, we champion social inclusion via sustained CSR initiatives. Our properties have participated in Earth Hour and World Autism Awareness Day for 10 consecutive years, leveraging landmark visibility for social advocacy. The [M Space] art platform has curated nearly 200 exhibitions and cultural dialogues, pioneering innovative "Art + Commerce + Philanthropy" integration models within mixed-use developments. Strategic Roadmap: Advancing Healthy Building Sustainability Amid evolving market dynamics, our commitment to symbiotic growth with stakeholders remains steadfast. We believe sustained value creation in commercial real estate requires transcending conventional space utility to cultivate dynamic ecosystems where tenants, consumers, and communities thrive collectively. Ms. Ou Haijing, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Yuexiu REIT, stated that "companionship" and "growth" are among the core development philosophies for creating "Yuexiu Premium Commercial Properties." Companionship represents our commitment to customers, while continuous growth and enhancement ensure enduring vitality for our properties. "Yuexiu Premium Commercial Properties" not only provide healthy and comfortable physical spaces but also serve as a spiritual sanctuary amidst the bustling urban life, as well as a platform for mutual growth with our partners. About WELL Building Standard The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is a mission-driven organization leading the global movement to advance human health through built environments. The WELL Building Standard evaluates health performance across ten domains – Air, Water, Nourishment, Light, Movement, Thermal Comfort, Sound, Materials, Mind, and Community. With certifications including Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, WELL remains the world's premier building rating system focused exclusively on enhancing human health and well-being through environmental design.

In October 2023, the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) announced the 2023 rating results. Yuexiu REIT (00405.HK) received a "4 Stars" rating for the second consecutive year and the top Public Disclosure Level of "A" for the third consecutive year, in recognition of its outstanding performance in sustainable development by the independent organization that produces the internationally recognized benchmark for the real estate sector. Yuexiu REIT has always viewed in ESG (environmental, social and governance) capacity building from a strategic perspective, integrating international standards to promote sustainable development. Yuexiu REIT participated in GRESB rating for the first time in 2021, and has since continuously made positive improvements in various major areas of sustainable development. In terms of sustainable development performance, in this round of evaluation, Yuexiu REIT received full marks in various aspects including Leadership, Reporting, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Targets and Tenants & Community, achieving an overall GRESB Score of 87, equivalent to a year-over-year increase of 5%, ranking sixth in the peer group of "diversified listed company in Eastern Asia". Looking at the ESG score breakdown, Yuexiu REIT's scores across the three major pillars of Environment, Social and Governance all exceeded the GRESB average, with full score achieved in the Social pillar. In terms of public disclosure, Yuexiu REIT released standalone ESG reports (namely ESG report) annually since 2016, and set up a dedicated "Sustainability" section on its official website to disseminate ESG-related information on a continuous basis and strive to enhance transparency of ESG disclosure. In 2023, Yuexiu REIT's Public Disclosure Level received a high score of 96, ranking second among its peers in China, and receiving the top score of "A" for the third consecutive year. The rating results underscore Yuexiu REIT's achievement in sustainable development. Yuexiu REIT will continue to adhere to the concepts of co-prosperity, green development, and inclusive community, regarding ESG management as an important lever to enhance asset value and focus on creating long-term value for stakeholders. About GRESB Established in 2009, GRESB is the world's leading ESG benchmark for real estate and infrastructure investments, providing standardized and verified ESG information for financial markets. More than 150 institutions and financial investors are using GRESB in their decision-making. In 2023, 2,084 listed and unlisted real estate investment portfolios participated in the rating, representing approximately USD 7.2 trillion of gross asset value (GAV) across 75 countries and regions. (Source: GRESB website)

On 28 June 2023, Yuexiu REIT(stock code: 00405. HK) received the "Best ESG (Social) Award" for its outstanding social responsibility performance at the 9th Hong Kong Investor Relations Awards (the "Awards") organized by the Hong Kong Investor Relations Association (HKIRA), speaking volumes to the high recognition it enjoys for its ESG efforts in the investment community. The Awards this year with 15 categories, attracted 126 well-known Hong Kong-listed companies to participate and 41 of them won awards. The winners were selected after two rounds of voting, which took place between March 21 and April 27, by more than 740 qualified voters, including buy-side and sell-side analysts and fund managers, and over 290 professional financial institutions—together with 7 Hong Kong listed companies won the same awards at the ceremony, Yuexiu REIT won the "Best ESG (Social) Award", recognizing and affirming its ESG endeavors. For seven years since 2016, Yuexiu REIT has released its "Environmental, Social and Governance Report", and at the same time, it has continued to promote the organic integration of ESG concepts into its business models. Heeding the diverse scenarios involving business partners, employees, merchants and the public, Yuexiu REIT has built a green development ecology and led the ESG innovation trend in the commercial real estate sector. In 2022, Yuexiu REIT's outstanding ESG performance was recognized and recommended to investors by many rating agencies, with its MSCI ESG rating upgraded to "BB", GRESB rating upgraded to "Green Four-Star", and it scoring "A" grade for public disclosure (the highest of disclosure standard) for two consecutive years, and its first "Low Risk" ESG rating from Sustainalytics, which is also the "Highest ESG Rating for Asia-Pacific Area in 2023". In addition, its green and sustainable debt financing amount reached record high. As at the end of 2022, the proportion of green and sustainable-related debts of the REIT was 38.5%, and it will keep optimizing green and sustainable debt financing. Regarding corporate social responsibility, the REIT is committed to creating the greatest value for employees, customers and the society, and adhering to the concept of sustainable development in promoting continuous social progress. The "YEService" system is implemented across all its properties to ensure customers are provided with services that are comfortable, safe and efficient, and caring. In addition to supporting community development, Yuexiu REIT fosters public well-being by making donations of materials, buying produce from farmers to support their livelihood and agriculture. It also pools resources by collaborating with neighborhoods, communities and volunteer groups and takes full advantage of its influence to hold for charity exhibitions and interactive activities, such as markets for munificent causes, concerts, theme salons, to encourage more people to pay attention to and partake in charitable activities. As a real estate investment trust focusing on the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong markets, Yuexiu REIT sees strategic importance in building ESG capacity and regards it as a key handhold for enhancing core competitiveness. The award win has led Yuexiu REIT to believe that the integration of commercial real estate and ESG has become an important way to enhance the value of assets from the perspectives of green buildings, energy conservation and carbon reduction, service improvement, and risk prevention. Yuexiu REIT will continue to focus on taking its sustainable development strategies to greater depth and put ESG concepts into practice, and together with investors create a sustainable future. Besides, Yuexiu REIT stays connected to communities and provide venues for all kinds of charity activities, and continuously strengthen the goal of social welfare from volunteer team building.