1.Appointment of Directors and Corporate Auditors

The information herein outlines Mitsubishi Corporation's approach to appointing its Directors and Corporate Auditors.

Each appointment is discussed separately by the Governance & Compensation Committee, whose members consist mainly of Independent Directors and Independent Corporate Auditors*. The final decisions are made by Mitsubishi Corporation's Board of Directors.

*All independent directors or independent corporate auditors fulfill the conditions of an independent director or an independent corporate auditor, as specified by the Tokyo Stock Exchange and other exchange in Japan.

(1) Directors

Mitsubishi Corporation's Directors are experienced and knowledgeable specialists who are appointed from both within and outside the company. Their combined expertise is needed to ensure that the company's decision making and management oversight are appropriate for a sogo shosha involved in diverse businesses and industries.

In addition to the Chairman of the Board and the President & CEO, Mitsubishi Corporation's In-house Directors are elected from Executive Officers responsible for companywide management, Corporate Staff operations, and other areas. Outside Directors are elected from highly experienced corporate managers. They possess specialized expertise and objectivity on global developments and socio-economic trends.

(2) Corporate Auditors

Mitsubishi Corporation's Corporate Auditors are highly experienced specialists who are also appointed from both within and outside the company. Their combined expertise is needed to ensure thorough audits that promote healthy development of the company's management practices, enhance its reputation, and grow the trust that society places in it.

In-house full-time Corporate Auditors possess knowledge and experience in companywide management, finance, accounting, risk management, and other areas. Outside Corporate Auditors possess extensive expertise and experience in a wide variety of business fields.

2.Appointment of Directors for FY2015
(at the June 19 Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders)

(1) Director to be Appointed as of June 19, 2015:

(Note)Biography for Mr. NISHIYAMA is attached.

(2) Director to Retire as of June 19, 2015:

3.Reasons for Director and Corporate Auditor Nominations (including Re-nominations)

(1) Director Nominations



(2) Corporate Auditor Nomination

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