Dubai, UAE - June 24, 2008 - Dow in Middle East won the 'Best Workplace Practices' award at the 5th CSR Summit 2008 in Dubai, in recognition of the Company’s innovative and comprehensive internal practices.

"This is a great achievement and testimony to Dow's uncompromising commitment to its people at all levels," said John Dearborn, president, India, Middle East and Africa (IMEA).

Dow was selected for its advanced, holistic approach in employee communications practices, which include a series of online, satellite and on-site tools, including a state-of-the-art intranet, closed-circuit TV channel, print and electronic magazines and video messaging. Dow also was recognized for its internal social culture and development programs, which focus on providing employees with performance-based compensation and benefits, access to professional development networks, as well as health and safety programs.

At the CSR summit, Louis A. Vega, Dow director, public affairs, India, Middle East and Africa (IMEA), also discussed the importance of undertaking sustainable development programmes for addressing international issues. During his speech titled, "The Correlation between CSR and Financial Performance," Vega said, "At Dow, we are inspired to use our knowledge of chemistry, science and technology towards the betterment of mankind. We are confident that with this knowledge and expertise, Dow can significantly contribute towards exploring innovative solutions to the problems facing humanity today."

About Dow

With annual sales of $54 billion and 46,000 employees worldwide, Dow is a diversified chemical company that combines the power of science and technology with the "Human Element" to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. The Company delivers a broad range of products and services to customers in around 160 countries, connecting chemistry and innovation with the principles of sustainability to help provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted.

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With annual sales of $54 billion and 46,000 employees worldwide, Dow is a diversified chemical company that combines the power of science and technology with the "Human Element" to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. The Company delivers a broad range of products and services to customers in around 160 countries, connecting chemistry and innovation with the principles of sustainability to help provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted.