Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) has listed three green bond issuances worth a combined USD 1.72 billion on Nasdaq Dubai, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable finance and its commitment to the UAE capital market.
The listings were made under ICBC’s USD 20 billion Global Medium Term Note Programme through its branches in Dubai (DIFC), Hong Kong, and Singapore. The issuances include USD 1 billion floating rate notes by the Hong Kong branch, USD 300 million fixed-rate notes by the Singapore branch, and CNH 3 billion notes by the Dubai (DIFC) branch — all due in 2028.
To mark the milestone, His Excellency Zhang Yiming, Ambassador of China to the UAE, rang the market-opening bell at Nasdaq Dubai, joined by Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai and Dubai Financial Market (DFM), and Liu Hua, General Manager of ICBC Dubai (DIFC).
Liu emphasized the significance of the multi-currency, carbon-neutrality-themed bonds as a reflection of ICBC’s strategic focus on sustainable development, particularly under the Belt and Road Initiative. With USD 5.6 billion in total outstanding bonds in the UAE, ICBC continues to expand its green finance footprint globally.
Hamed Ali noted that the listings highlight Dubai’s growing role as a global hub for sustainable finance, adding that Nasdaq Dubai remains committed to supporting responsible investment and innovation in capital markets.
With this addition, Nasdaq Dubai’s total debt listings have reached USD 136 billion, including USD 29 billion in ESG-related instruments — further cementing its position as a key platform for sustainable investment in the region.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
