Dubai and Amsterdam, 14 October 2024: VEON Ltd. (Nasdaq: VEON, Euronext Amsterdam: VEON), a global digital operator ("VEON" or the "Group"), today announces that its Board of Directors has approved a plan to move the VEON Group headquarters from Amsterdam to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where VEON's expanding operational hub has been located since early 2022.
With the move of its headquarters to its hub in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the Group will become the largest Nasdaq-listed company with its Group headquarters in Dubai, which is also home to Nasdaq Dubai.
"Our decision to relocate VEON's headquarters to Dubai reflects the strategic realignment of our focus with closer proximity to our key markets. This move positions us to capitalize on the vast opportunities Dubai offers, including its proximity to our operations, access to world-class talent, and enhanced visibility with a broad base of Gulf investors. We are pleased to announce this shift as GITEX Global 2024, one of the world's premier technology events, kicks off today in Dubai, marking a new chapter for VEON in a dynamic, thriving market," said Kaan Terzioglu, Group CEO of VEON.
VEON is a Nasdaq- and Euronext Amsterdam-listed company with a global shareholder base. VEON's Digital Operators serve 160 million connectivity customers and a total base of 110 million monthly active digital users in the six markets where VEON operates.
About VEON
VEON is a digital operator that provides converged connectivity and digital services to nearly 160 million customers. Operating across six countries that are home to more than 7% of the world's population, VEON is transforming lives through technology-driven services that empower individuals and drive economic growth. VEON is listed on NASDAQ and Euronext. For more information visit: www.veon.com
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