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Emirates NBD said the issuance highlighted the depth and diversity of the Gulf's sustainable debt markets. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Emirates NBD issues $1bn blue-green bond amid sustainability push

Dubai bank says dual-tranche issuance attracted strong demand from global investors

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RAKBank receives initial approval to launch dirham-backed stablecoin in UAE

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UK's FTSE breaks 10,000 mark for first time in new year rally

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