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A&O Shearman advised the joint lead managers on a sovereign bond issuance by the Republic of Benin

A&O Shearman advised the joint lead managers on a sovereign bond issuance by the Republic of Benin
Published Date
Feb 3 2026
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Diana BillikPartner, Paris
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Jamie DurhamPartner, London
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Aditya VikramSenior Associate, London
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Georges HaddadAssociate, London
The Republic of Benin has successfully issued USD350 million 7.960% amortizing notes due 2038, which will be consolidated and form a single series with the USD750m 7.960% amortizing notes due 2038 issued on February 13, 2024.

The net proceeds of the notes will be used for general budget purposes in accordance with the Republic’s finance laws.

 

“We are proud to have advised the joint lead managers on this latest successful issuance for the Republic of Benin. Having worked alongside Benin and its advisers on every bond issuance since the country's inaugural Eurobond offering, including their inaugural sukuk, we are honored to continue this longstanding partnership.”

The A&O Shearman team comprised partners Diana Billik (Paris) and Jamie Durham (London), supported by senior associate Aditya Vikram (London), and associate Georges Haddad (London).

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