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Republic of the Congo enters Dubai bond market

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Congolese Finance Minister Christian Yoka marked the Republic of the Congo’s entry into the Nasdaq Dubai bond market on 19 October 2026 by ringing the financial centre’s bell. The authorities aim to broaden the country’s financing options and raise its profile among international investors, reports Journaldebrazza.

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