The Executive Committee is responsible for implementing decisions made by the Board of Directors and the day-to-day operations of the Company. The Audit and Compliance Committee is responsible for establishing best corporate governance practices, assessing the adequacy of internal control and compliance procedures, monitoring the integrity of the financial statements as well as assessing the independence, effectiveness and objectivity of the external auditors. The Compensation Committee is responsible for determining individual salary and bonus payments based on an objective annual performance assessment.