VEON’s Scheme becomes effective

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VEON Ltd. has announced that its Scheme, previously sanctioned by the Court, has become effective as of January 31, 2023. This follows an announcement on January 30, 2023, confirming the fulfillment of conditions necessary for the Scheme's effectiveness. The Scheme imposes a Standstill that restricts 2023 Noteholders from taking Enforcement Action against the Company. The amendments will become effective upon meeting certain conditions, including obtaining necessary licenses. VEON provides digital services to over 200 million customers across seven markets, contributing to digital inclusion and economic growth.

Positive

• The Scheme has become effective, ensuring compliance with obligations and restrictions.
• Standstill imposed on 2023 Noteholders prevents immediate enforcement actions.

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• None.

VEON Ltd. and VEON Holdings B.V.

VEON’s Scheme becomes effective

Amsterdam, Netherlands, 31 January 2023 12:30 CET: VEON Ltd. (NASDAQ, Euronext Amsterdam: VEON), a global digital operator that provides converged connectivity and online services, and its subsidiary, VEON Holdings B.V. (the “Company”), confirm that, further to the announcement issued on 30 January 2023 regarding the Scheme Sanction Hearing, at which the Court made an order sanctioning the Scheme (the “Order”), the Order has been delivered to the Registrar of Companies.

VEON and the Company are therefore pleased to announce that each of the conditions to the Scheme has been fulfilled in accordance with the terms of the Scheme and therefore the Scheme has become effective and binds the Company and all Scheme Creditors, including, among other things, the imposition of the Scheme Standstill, which will restrict 2023 Noteholders from taking Enforcement Action (and other related actions) in accordance with the terms described in the Scheme, as summarised in the Explanatory Statement issued by the Company on 21 December 2022, as amended on 11 January 2023.

The Amendments will only become effective if and when each of the Amendment Conditions has been satisfied or waived (in accordance with the Scheme). This includes the receipt by the Company of certain licences, and/or confirmations that no such licences are required, as set out in the Explanatory Statement (in the event that the Company determines, in its absolute discretion, that it requires such licences or confirmations).

Capitalised terms used but not defined in this announcement have the meaning given to them in the Explanatory Statement, which is available on the Scheme Website at https://deals.is.kroll.com/veon.

About VEON
VEON is a global digital operator that currently provides converged connectivity and online services to over 200 million customers in seven dynamic markets. We are transforming people’s lives, empowering individuals, creating opportunities for greater digital inclusion and driving economic growth across countries that are home to more than 8% of the world’s population. Headquartered in Amsterdam, VEON is listed on NASDAQ and Euronext.

For more information visit: https://www.veon.com.

Important Notice
This release is for informational purposes only and shall not constitute a prospectus or an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities in the United States or any other jurisdiction, nor shall there be any offer of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under applicable securities laws.

This press release is not a prospectus for the purposes of Regulation (EU) 2017/1129.

This communication or information contained herein is not an offer, or an invitation to make offers, to sell, exchange or otherwise transfer securities in the Russian Federation to or for the benefit of any Russian person or entity and does not constitute an advertisement or offering of securities in the Russian Federation within the meaning of Russian securities laws.

Elements of this press release contain or may contain “inside information” as defined under the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No. 596/2014.

Disclaimer
This release contains “forward-looking statements,” as the phrase is defined in Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which VEON cannot predict with accuracy and some of which VEON might not even anticipate. The forward-looking statements contained in this release speak only as of the date of this release. VEON disclaims any obligation to update them or to announce publicly any revision to any of the forward-looking statements contained in this release, or to make corrections to reflect future events or developments.

Any steps taken in respect of the Scheme and in connection with the Amendments must be in compliance with all applicable sanctions laws and regulations, including the sanctions laws and regulations administered by the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United States, and including securing any necessary licences and approvals from competent sanctions authorities.

Contact Information
VEON
Group Director Investor Relations
Nik Kershaw
bonds@veon.com

FAQ

What is the significance of VEON's Scheme becoming effective?

The effectiveness of VEON's Scheme provides legal compliance and imposes a Standstill preventing 2023 Noteholders from initiating enforcement actions.

When did VEON announce the effectiveness of its Scheme?

VEON announced the effectiveness of its Scheme on January 31, 2023.

How does the Standstill affect VEON's creditors?

The Standstill restricts 2023 Noteholders from taking enforcement actions against VEON, offering temporary relief to the Company.

What conditions must be met for the amendments to become effective?

The amendments will become effective once certain conditions, including obtaining specific licenses, are satisfied or waived.