Egypt, China ink 3-year currency swap deal

Cairo – Mubasher: The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) signed a three-year currency swap agreement with the People’s Bank of China, said the CBE in a statement on Tuesday.

The bilateral agreement was concluded at CNY 18 billion ($2.62 billion), valid for three years and extendable upon a mutual consent.

“This deal emphasizes the long standing relationship between both respective nations and showcases China's support for Egypt's homegrown reform program,” according to the CBE statement. 

Mubasher Contribution Time: 06-Dec-2016 08:20 (GMT)
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