Doha, Aug. 18 – Qatar has issued its inaugural $2.5 billion sovereign green bond, setting a new regional benchmark for sustainable finance across the Middle East, Central and Eastern Europe, […]

Doha, Aug. 18 – Qatar has issued its inaugural $2.5 billion sovereign green bond, setting a new regional benchmark for sustainable finance across the Middle East, Central and Eastern Europe, and Africa, the Ministry of Finance confirmed. The dual-tranche issuance—$1 billion over five years and $1.5 billion over ten—was priced at record-low spreads over U.S. Treasuries.

The offering attracted over $14 billion in peak demand, exceeding 5.6 times the issuance size, and was later named “Deal of the Year” at the Global Banking and Markets: Middle East Awards 2025. The Ministry described the move as a milestone in Qatar’s sustainable transformation strategy.

Proceeds from the bond will be tracked through an updated sovereign green assets register, designed to enhance transparency and accountability in green finance. The Ministry has also released its first green bond allocation report detailing project categories and fund utilization.

In parallel, Qatar is advancing its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) to strengthen climate resilience and protect its economy, population, and coastal ecosystems. The plan complements sustainable finance regulations issued by the Qatar Central Bank, which include guidance for green and sustainability-linked financial instruments.

These initiatives align with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and international climate goals, positioning the country as a rising leader in the global sustainable finance landscape.

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