Sony's basic philosophy in regards to corporate social responsibility (CSR) is set forth in the Sony Group Code of Conduct and is summarized as follows.

It is the core corporate responsibility of Sony Group to the society to pursue its corporate value enhancement through innovation and sound business practice. Sony Group recognizes that its business activities have direct and indirect impact on the societies in which it operates, and therefore sound business practice requires that business decisions give due consideration to the interests of its stakeholders including shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, business partners, local communities and other organizations. The Sony Group will endeavor to conduct its business accordingly.
In line with this basic view, Sony conducts CSR activities with a focus on sustainability in two areas. First, Sony endeavors to ensure the sustainability of its business operations. To this end, Sony has established effective systems for corporate governance and compliance to ensure sound business practices. At the same time, it promotes efforts to ensure the quality and environmental soundness of its products and servicesover the entire supply chain and value chain including its operations. Sony also believes in the importance of fostering diverse and lively workplaces and employees with a high level of social awareness. Recognizing fully that its business activities affect both society and the environment in direct and indirect ways, Sony takes steps to minimize that impact to the best of its ability.

Second, Sony strives to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society. With the aim of addressing the issues facing global society today and realiziing a sustainable global environment-which includes ensuring biodiversity-Sony aims to create value by developing products and services and advancing innovation, as well as to promote initiatives that draw on the capabilities of employees. Here, it is important to maintain a global perspective and to work in partnership with Sony's various stakeholders.

As expressed in the key phrase "For the Next Generation.", Sony continues to undertake a variety of CSR activities and to promote effective disclosure and communication with stakeholders.