UAE, June 9, 2011- Standard Chartered Bank has recently announced its latest value deal which offers dining vouchers ranging from AED 500 to AED 3,000 depending on their total relationship amount, to residents of Arabian Ranches who open a Priority Banking account or an SME Banking account. The vouchers are redeemable at premium dining establishments across Dubai. The offer is valid till July 20, 2011. This offer comes in addition to the recently launched low-interest home loans offered through its Home Suite Bundle Account.

Standard Chartered's Home Suite Bundle Account is ideal for customers who are seeking to transfer their existing home finance or purchase a new home. The special Home Suite Bundle Account promotion for Arabian Ranches residents is valid until June 30, 2011. Home loan package offers a minimal interest rate of 5.49 per cent per annum for loan amounts of up to AED 18 million and tenor of up to 30 years.

Also, in line with its ongoing efforts to build stronger relations with customers, Standard Chartered recently sponsored a Dinner for residents of Arabian Ranches at the Golf Academy Lawns of the Arabian Ranches Golf Club. The get-together featured several fun-filled activities and exciting giveaways for each participating family.

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Standard Chartered - leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East
Standard Chartered PLC is a leading international bank, listed on the London, Hong Kong and Mumbai stock exchanges. It has operated for over 150 years in some of the world's most dynamic markets and earns around 90 per cent of its income and profits in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This geographic focus and commitment to developing deep relationships with clients and customers has driven the Bank's growth in recent years.

With 1,700 offices in 70 markets, Standard Chartered offers exciting and challenging international career opportunities for more than 85,000 staff. It is committed to building a sustainable business over the long term and is trusted worldwide for upholding high standards of corporate governance, social responsibility, environmental protection and employee diversity. The Bank's heritage and values are expressed in its brand promise, 'Here for good'.

For more information on Standard Chartered, please visit www.standardchartered.com

For further information about Standard Chartered, please contact:
Ramy Lawand
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Standard Chartered MENAP
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E-mail: Ramy.Lawand@sc.com

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