23 Jun - 24 Jun 2026
Madinat Jumeirah Conference & Events Centre, Dubai
Bonds, Loans & Sukuk: Middle East 2026
The Middle East's largest corporate & investment banking networking event
Sponsors
Standard Chartered
We are a leading international banking group, with a presence in 54 of the world’s most dynamic markets. Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, and our heritage and values are expressed in our brand promise, here for good. Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong stock exchanges.
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Emirates NBD
Emirates NBD Bank PJSC is Dubai's government-owned bank and is one of the largest banking groups in the Middle East in terms of assets.
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ADCB
At ADCB, our objective is to become the most valuable bank in the UAE. Since its formation in 1985, the bank has grown and its presence and has gone from strength to strength with more than 5000 employees. With more than 50 branches and cash offices in the UAE and 2 in India and a network of 300 ATM's across the UAE.\r\n\r\nOur ambitions allow us to offer many opportunities across the organisation for anyone interested in pursuing a fulfilling career that enables you to work with colleagues and customers from across the world. These roles span all major areas within ADCB, from retail, commercial and investment banking to support functions such as finance, human resources, technology and marketing.\r\n\r\nADCB's Emiratisation strategy has been recognised with Best Emiratisation Awards for the past four years. Helping drive our success is the Emarati Academy, which aims to ensure that high school and university graduates are fully prepared for branch or departmental roles, with the necessary knowledge and training to equip them for success.\r\n\r\nAt ADCB, we seek to bring out the very best from every employee. We assess performance not only on results but also on how results were achieved. We believe in doing things the ADCB way, which makes us stand out from the crowd.
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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB)
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is a leading Islamic bank headquartered and listed in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The bank offers a range of financial services for individuals, corporates, and affluent customers.
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Bank ABC
Bank ABC is a leading provider of Trade Finance, Treasury, Project & Structured Finance, Syndications, Corporate & Institutional Banking as well as Islamic Banking services.
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Doha Bank
Doha Bank is a private commercial bank in Qatar that provides banking and financial services to individuals and commercial, corporate, and institutional clients.
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Bank of America
Bank of America is one of the largest financial institutions in the world, offering a wide range of products and services including checking and savings accounts, credit cards, mortgages, auto loans, investment and retirement planning, and wealth manag...
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S&P Global
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City.
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Magellan Capital
Magellan Capital is a leading investment manager in the UAE, specializing in tailored financial strategies and wealth management services while focusing on high-quality and deep value businesses across both private and public markets.
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Citi
Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital m...
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Barclays
Barclays is a British universal bank with a global presence, offering a wide range of financial services to customers worldwide.
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RGE
RGE (Royal Golden Eagle) Group manages a group of world class companies in resource based manufacturing industries. Our products are transformed into a variety of end products that improve the daily lives of millions of people around the world. Our gro...
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Oman Investment Bank
Oman Investment Bank was launched in February 2024 as a dedicated corporate investment bank owned by the government of Oman.
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Bank of China
Bank of China is a Chinese international and diversified bank that provides comprehensive financial services to customers in mainland China and over 60 countries and regions. Its main business includes corporate finance, personal finance, and financial...
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Commerzbank
Commerzbank is a leading bank for the German Mittelstand and corporate clients, offering a comprehensive portfolio of financial services and international presence in over 40 countries.
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Sidley Austin
Sidley Austin LLP is a global law firm with a strong reputation for providing top-tier legal services to clients in over 70 countries. With a focus on talent, teamwork, and delivering results, Sidley collaborates across disciplines and borders to help ...
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ICBC
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Ltd. (ICBC) (simplified Chinese: 中国工商银行; traditional Chinese: 中國工商銀行; pinyin: Zhōngguó Gōngshāng Yínháng, more commonly just 工行 Gōngháng) is China's largest bank and the largest bank in the world. It is one of China's \"Big Four\" state-owned commercial banks (the other three being the Bank of China, Agricultural Bank of China, and China Construction Bank). It is the largest bank in the world in terms of market value, the world's largest bank by deposits, and the world's most profitable bank.\r\n\r\nIt was founded as a limited company on January 1, 1984. As of 2009, it had assets of RMB 11 trillion (US$1.6 trillion), with over 18,000 outlets including 106 overseas branches and agents globally. In July 2007, with a market capitalization of US$254 billion, it became the world's most valuable bank after a surge in its share price, overtaking Citigroup.
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Intesa Sanpaolo
The Intesa Sanpaolo Group is one of the top banking groups in Europe with a significant ESG commitment, a world-class position in Social Impact and strong focus on climate. The Group is the leading banking group in Italy, with 13.9 million customers and over 2,600 branches, and is the country’s leading provider of financial products and services to both households and enterprises. The Group has a strategic international presence, with over 900 branches and approximately 7.4 million customers. It is among the top players in several countries in Central Eastern Europe and in the Middle East and North Africa, through its local subsidiary banks. The Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division is a global partner for Corporates, Public Finance and Financial Institutions, and stands out for its historical presence on financial markets and its extensive and innovative offer of Commercial and Transaction Banking, Capital Markets, Investment Banking and Structured Finance. The division is present in 24 countries where it facilitates the cross-border activities of its customers through a specialist network made up of branches, representative offices, and subsidiary banks focused on corporate banking
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Agricultural Bank of China
AGRICULTURAL BANK OF CHINA LIMITED is a China based commercial bank. The Bank mainly operates through four business segments. The Corporate Finance segment is engaged in the deposit and loan business, small and micro business finance, settlement and ca...
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TMF Group
TMF Group is a global provider of compliance and administrative services, serving corporations, fund managers, financial institutions, and private clients worldwide with expertise in diverse sectors. Our global capital markets practice combines comprehensive services, deep expertise and an unrivalled footprint to simplify complex transactions. With efficient onboarding and responsive support, we deliver seamless coverage across multiple time zones and jurisdictions, helping you optimise your structured finance transactions. Backed by local experts with presence in all key capital markets jurisdictions, our services range from SPV and trustee support to multi-jurisdictional loan and structured finance solutions, offering round-the-clock assistance and conflict-free execution.
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Crédit Agricole CIB
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking arm of the Crédit Agricole Group, providing a wide range of financial services to large corporate and institutional clients worldwide with a focus on climate finance.
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Al Masraf
Al Masraf Arab Bank for Investment & Foreign Trade (Al Masraf) was established in November 1975 by the Federal Decree no.50, issued and signed by His Highness Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE. Al Masraf is a manifestation of the vis...
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Moody's
Moody's is a leading provider of credit ratings, research, and risk analysis. They offer credit ratings, research, and economic analysis for global capital markets. Moody's operates in two segments: Moody's Investors Service (MIS) and Moody's Analytics...
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BADEA - Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa
The Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) is a Multilateral Development Financial Institution owned by 18 Arab countries. Its operations cover the entire Sub Saharan African region. BADEA provides loans for development projects and techn...
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DBS Bank
DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. The bank's "AA-" and "Aa1" credit ratings are among the highest in the world. Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance, “World’s Best Bank” by Euromoney and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named “World’s Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney and the world’s “Most Innovative in Digital Banking” by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the “Safest Bank in Asia“ award by Global Finance for 17 consecutive years from 2009 to 2025. DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets.
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Akin
Our team of litigators, dealmakers, and policy lawyers and advisors provide a comprehensive suite of services for global companies and local individuals.
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ICE
ICE (Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.) is an American company founded in 2000 that operates global financial exchanges, clearing houses, and provides mortgage technology, data, and listing services. Listed on the Fortune 500, S&P 500, and Russell 1000, ...
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CSC
CSC® is a leading provider of global business administration and compliance solutions, combining industry-leading expertise with unmatched global reach for alternative asset managers and capital markets participants. CSC provides a comprehensive suite of integrated services across fund administration, SPV management and corporate services, trust and agency solutions, private wealth structuring, and regulatory compliance supporting private and public market transactions and complex fund strategies. As the trusted partner of choice for more than 75% of the PEI 300, 90% of the Fortune 500®, and 90% of the 100 Best Global Brands®, CSC helps clients navigate operational, regulatory, and transactional complexities across more than 140 jurisdictions and a broad range of asset classes. With extensive worldwide capabilities, our expert teams provide seamless, bespoke solutions to meet our clients’ unique requirements. Founded in 1899 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, CSC has been privately held and professionally managed for more than 125 years. Driven by a fierce client spirit, we empower our clients with the global reach, local knowledge, and innovative solutions they need to achieve their goals today and for the long term. We are the business behind business®.
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Morgan Stanley
Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
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Luxembourg Stock Exchange
The Luxembourg Stock Exchange is the leading exchange for the listing of international securities. We offer a high quality and efficient listing service that meets the needs of international capital markets and their participants. The long experience o...
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Societe Generale
Societe Generale is a French-based financial services company that offers retail banking, corporate and investment banking, financial services, insurance, private banking, and asset management. Its core businesses are managed through three segments: Fr...
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Boubyan Bank
Established in 2004, Boubyan Bank is an Islamic bank working in accordance with the Islamic Shari'a and applying the correct Islamic teachings in all its transactions with investors' and clients' finances, be they individuals or companies. Boubyan Bank is working hard to spread an integrated Islamic banking culture among its clients and staff by being the Islamic role model that we all seek.
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About the Event
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Bonds, Loans & Sukuk: Middle East 2026
23rd - 24th June
Madinat Jumeirah Conference & Events Centre, Dubai
The Middle East's largest corporate & investment banking networking event
Are you active in the Middle East's capital markets? Do you want to expand your business in this space?
This is the Middle East's largest and most senior corporate & investment banking event. Each year, senior decision-makers from the Middle East's capital markets community come together at GBM: Middle East. Why? Because we are the no. 1 business meetings facilitator for the Middle East's capital markets. Meaningful connections and deal progressions happen here.
This event features expert speakers and brings together 2,000+ leading governments, corporates, investors, banks, law firms, regulators & service providers from 46+ countries into one location.
Attendees use this unique gathering of leaders in the region’s financial markets to: reconnect with existing clients, cement strong business relations with prospects, and learn from industry peers to navigate and benchmark for the years ahead.
ENQUIRIES EMAIL: Marketing@GlobalBankingMarkets.com
How Do We Deliver a High ROI for Attendees?
- Meetings & Networking
- Expert Market Insights
- A Unique Event Experience
Meetings & Networking
Meetings & Networking
We are the No. 1 business meetings facilitator in the Middle East's financial markets.
With more than 2,000 top decision-makers in one place, there is no place quite like it to accelerate deals and win business.
Within a matter of days, you can gain unmatched high-quality connections, host meaningful meetings, and expand your business without amassing the usual time and travel costs.
As part of the three-day GBM: Middle East festival, your pass allows you access to:
- Bonds, Loans & Sukuk Middle East
- Global Private & Alternative Credit
- Global Markets Middle East
- Global Islamic Finance
All events share a networking floor for ease and fluidity in cross-desk meetings to develop business. It’s our tried-and-tested, holistic approach to supporting the development of the region’s financial markets.
Expert Market Insights
Expert Market Insights
The Middle East's largest corporate and investment banking event is complemented by an agenda of expert market insights provided by 75+ industry leaders onstage.
Attendees are able to hear how the region's local & international financial leaders are navigating the current economic climate, to place expectations and benchmarks for the future.
A Unique Event Experience
This is the only event to...
Bring public & private buyers & sellers together to conduct business, sign deals and shape future financing strategies.
Deliver deal-driven content from regional & international market players.
Focus on ESG content and attract senior ESG decision-makers to drive sustainable finance across the continent.
Provide a bird's eye view of the Middle East's market for the local and international community.
Benefits of Sponsoring
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click the 'Enquire' button.
Drive ROI with 1-2-1 Meetings
Pre-select prospects, and then our concierge team schedules targeted meetings in an exclusive branded space.
Save time & travel Costs
Meet with thousands of senior regional & international decision-makers (83% director-level or above) from 46+ countries in 1 location.
Showcase your expertise
By speaking & presenting a case study to a room full of existing & potential capital markets clients.
Boost awareness
Amongst 2,000+ key stakeholders by taking an exhibition space & demonstrating your products & services.
Accelerate deals
Meet senior decision-makers ready to move deals forward.
Win more business
Your prospects proactively seek out new business partners at the event & can request meetings with contacts they want to do business with.
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Highlights Video From Global Banking & Markets: Middle East 2025
Highlights from last year's festival
Networking App
Download the networking app today to start scheduling meetings before your clients' agendas fill up.
View the full delegate list, send/receive meeting invites, favorite sessions and speakers, access key event info, and download real-time photos.
Need login details? Contact Networking@GlobalBankingMarkets.com for your unique password.
The app is available for all 3 events over the 2 days—download it early to secure meetings and build your personalised schedule.
Accommodation
Have you booked your accommodation yet?
We have negotiated a discounted rate for Arabian Deluxe Room at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam Hotel (a short 2 minute walk from the event venue).
The discounted rate is available on the following dates: 21st – 25th June 2026.
We recommend booking today as these rooms will sell out in advance.