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The development will deliver 2.27 million sq ft of high-quality workspace across five buildings, providing modern, flexible floors designed for tier-one businesses

Article Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

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The firm will offload a 25% stake in DIP and has roped in investment banks including ENBD Capital, HSBC, Citi, Arqaam Capital and EFG Hermes

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