Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence.

Refer to the information under the caption entitled “Corporate Governance at Baxter International Inc.—Board Responsibilities—Certain Relationships and Related Person Transactions," "—Board of Directors—Director Independence,” “— Proposal 1 — Election of Directors,” and “— Committees of the Board” in the Proxy Statement, all of which information is incorporated herein by reference.