Dagong is aware that on April 26, 2024, Shandong Expressway Group Co., Ltd. issued the “Notice of Shandong Expressway Group Co., Ltd. on Receipt and Progress of Major Asset Sales, Transfer or Major Investment Activities”. According to the “Notice”, the impact of this case on the Shandong Expressway will be judged based on the court's final ruling, actual implementation, etc., and Shandong Expressway and related units will actively respond to the lawsuit in accordance with the law, protect their legitimate rights and interests, and promptly disclose subsequent developments in accordance with relevant regulations. The Grand Duke will continue to monitor the progress of the above matters, keep in touch with Shandong Expressway, pay close attention to the possible subsequent impact of these matters on their credit standards, and disclose information in a timely manner.