Core Viewpoint - The Nomination and Remuneration Committee of Sampo plc has proposed changes regarding the remuneration and composition of the Board of Directors for the upcoming Annual General Meeting scheduled for April 22, 2026 [1][2]. Remuneration Proposals - The proposed annual fees for Board members include EUR 250,000 for the Chair (up from EUR 243,000), EUR 144,000 for the Vice Chair (up from EUR 140,000), and EUR 111,000 for each Board member (up from EUR 108,000) [3][4]. - Additional committee fees proposed are EUR 30,000 for the Chair of the Audit Committee (unchanged), EUR 15,000 for each Audit Committee member (up from EUR 6,800), EUR 20,000 for the Chair of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (new fee), and EUR 10,000 for each member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (new fee) [3][4]. Board Composition - The Committee proposes that the number of Board members remain unchanged at eight, with the re-election of current members Steve Langan, Sara Mella, Risto Murto, Antti Mäkinen, Markus Rauramo, Astrid Stange, and Annica Witschard, while Christian Clausen will not be re-elected [2][9]. - Andreas Brandstetter is proposed as a new member of the Board, bringing nearly three decades of experience in the P&C insurance industry [11][9]. Leadership Structure - The Committee recommends Antti Mäkinen as the Chair of the Board and Risto Murto as the Vice Chair [10][9]. - The proposed composition of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee includes Steve Langan, Risto Murto, and Antti Mäkinen, while the Audit Committee will consist of Andreas Brandstetter, Sara Mella, Markus Rauramo (Chair), Astrid Stange, and Annica Witschard [10]. Diversity and Independence - The Committee emphasizes the importance of diversity in the Board's composition, aiming for at least three members of each gender when the Board consists of eight members [14]. - All proposed Board members are deemed independent according to the Finnish Corporate Governance Code 2025, with specific consideration given to Risto Murto's long service [15].