SHELL PLC.

Shell plc. (Shell) is an international energy company with expertise in the exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals. The Company is headquartered in London (UK). Shell operates in more than 70 countries employing over 96,000 employees all over the world.

The Company employs the most advanced technologies and takes an innovative approach to ensure a sustainable energy transition. Shell has also invested in power generation, including from low-carbon sources, such as wind and solar energy, as well as from new transport fuels, such as biofuels and hydrogen.

In the early 1990s, the Company became one of the first foreign investors to establish its presence in Kazakhstan by participating in appraisal of the country’s hydrocarbon reserves and since then has played a leading role in the development of the country’s oil and gas sector.

With an investment to date of over $18 billion, Shell is one of the largest foreign direct investors in Kazakhstan. In 2023, Shell celebrated its 30th year in the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Shell has interests in the following projects in the country:

· The North Caspian Sea Production Sharing Agreement (Shell’s share - 16.81%)
· Karachaganak Final Production Sharing Agreement (Shell’s share - 29.25%)
· Caspian Pipeline Consortium (Shell’s share - 7.4%).

Shell Kazakhstan’s Voluntary Social Investment Strategy focuses on education, skills development, and enterprise growth—empowering people and fostering long-term economic resilience. As a trusted partner to Kazakhstan, Shell remains committed to delivering sustainable progress and strengthening its connection with the communities it serves.