Dubai, Jun 9th, 2013 --Emirates NBD, recently announced that it had been named the "Best Bank in the UAE" at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2013. Rick Pudner, Group CEO, Emirates NBD, and Ahmed Al Marzouqi, General Manager - Retail Distribution, Emirates NBD, received the award on behalf of the bank during an award ceremony, which was recently held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

The new accolade reiterates Emirates NBD's position in the UAE as a successful regional player and signifies the bank?s efforts to succeed. It also reflects Emirates NBD?s ability to achieve its strategic objectives and accomplish its vision and mission.

Commenting on the occasion, Rick Pudner said, "We are very pleased that this prestigious award comes at a time when Emirates NBD is celebrating its 50th anniversary. This accolade will definitely serve motivate the Group to continue reaching new heights, living its values of innovation and being a customer centric financial institution."Ahmed Al Marzouqi said, "Receiving the "Best Bank in the UAE" award is a great honour. It is a reflection of Emirates NBD?s efforts and dedication towards realising its customers? needs and exceeding their expectations."In addition to awards for best banks and securities houses in almost 100 countries around the world, the Awards for Excellence by Euromoney, the world?s leading financial markets magazine, include 25 global awards for banking and capital markets. All the awards aim to recognise institutions and individuals that demonstrate leadership, innovation, and momentum in the markets in which they excel.

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