
Eurasian Development Bank raises funds on the UAE Capital Market to finance its investment projects in Central Asia
This issuance supports the EDB's strategic objective of enhancing regional infrastructure, trade, and industrial projects, while also promoting the use of local currency in cross-border transactions. The proceeds will be channeled into high-impact development initiatives across the Bank's member states, furthering economic resilience and integration in Central Asia.
This transaction marks an important stage in the financial cooperation between Central Asia and the United Arab Emirates. In April 2025, the EDB successfully placed its debut AED-denominated bonds on the Astana International Exchange (AIX), becoming the first issuer of UAE dirham bonds in Kazakhstan.
The new issuance carries several milestones, including:
A collaborative effort with ADFD and FAB, strengthening UAE-Kazakhstan financial ties.
Supporting the EDB's mission to drive economic growth and prosperity in Central Asia.
Daniyar Imangaliev, Vice-Chairman of the EDB Management Board, commented:
'Raising AED financing on the UAE capital market is a consistent step for the EDB to finance sustainable development in our member states, especially following our recent dirham issue listed on the Astana International Exchange in Kazakhstan.
By building strong and mutually beneficial relationships with local investors of the dynamically developing financial market in the UAE, we not only diversify our sources of financing, but also deepen economic cooperation between Central Asia and the Middle East. This transaction is ideally aligned with our mission to invest in the prosperity of Eurasia.'
His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, said 'This strategic collaboration with the Eurasian Development Bank and First Abu Dhabi Bank underscores ADFD's commitment to strengthening global development partnerships and leveraging the UAE's financial ecosystem to support sustainable growth beyond our borders. By enabling this pioneering AED-denominated issuance, we aim to support high-impact investments across Central Asia that align with our mission to drive economic progress, resilience, and integration through innovative development financing.'
Linos Lekkas, Group Head of Investment Banking and Markets with FAB, said: 'FAB's exclusive mandate to arrange the Eurasian Development Bank's AED-denominated private placement marks a breakthrough for regional capital markets. This AED 200Mtransaction, co-invested with the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, strengthens our partnership with the EDB and reinforces our commitment to advancing innovative financing solutions across the region. As the first AED issuance by a supranational in the UAE, it sets a new benchmark for regional capital markets and supports high-impact development across Central Asia.'
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About:
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB)
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) is a multilateral development bank investing in Eurasia. For more than 19 years, the Bank has worked to strengthen and expand economic ties and foster comprehensive development in its member countries. By 2025, the EDB's cumulative portfolio comprised 305 projects with a total investment of US $16.5 billion. Its portfolio consists principally of projects with an integration effect in transport infrastructure, digital systems, green energy, agriculture, manufacturing and mechanical engineering. The Bank adheres to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and ESG principles in its operations.
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD)
Established in 1971, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development is a national entity owned by the Abu Dhabi government that aims to support the economic and social development of emerging countries through the provision of concessionary loans, grants, and equity investments. ADFD also plays a pivotal role in strengthening the UAE's development finance ecosystem and facilitating international cooperation through partnerships with multilateral institutions and sovereign entities. To date, the Fund has financed development projects in over 100 countries across key sectors such as energy, water, infrastructure, health, and education, with a focus on promoting sustainability, innovation, and inclusive growth.
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi with a global footprint across 20 markets, FAB is the finance and trade gateway to the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA). With total assets of AED 1.31 trn (USD 356 bn) as of March-end 2025, FAB is among the world's largest banking groups. FAB is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and rated Aa3/AA-/AA- by Moody's, S&P, and Fitch, respectively, with a stable outlook. On sustainability, FAB holds an MSCI ESG rating of 'AA', and is also ranked among the top 6% of banks globally by Refinitiv's ESG Scores and ranked the Best diversified bank in MENA by Sustainalytics ESG Risk Rating.
The EDB Media Centre:
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http://www.eabr.org/
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