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Central Bank statistics showed that the monetary base rose by 29 percent on an annual basis to reach AED 596.9 billion in October.
By TRENDS Desk
April 13, 2022 2:45 pm
  • The agreement will allow the exchange of local currencies between the two central banks of up to AED20 billion and up to KRW6.1 trillion for five years
  • "The agreement with the Bank of Korea contributes significantly to the development of financial markets in both countries,” Mohamed Balama said

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and the Bank of Korea (BOK) on Tuesday renewed the Bilateral Local Currency Swap Agreement, reaffirming their commitment to promote trade and financial cooperation.

The agreement was signed by CBUAE Governor Khaled Mohamed Balama, and Juyeol Lee, Governor of the Bank of Korea.

The agreement, which was originally signed in 2013, will continue to allow the exchange of local currencies between the two central banks of up to AED20 billion and to KRW6.1 trillion for a period of five years, with the possibility of extension by mutual consent. It will come into effect on 13th April, 2022.

“The agreement with the Bank of Korea contributes significantly to the development of economic and financial markets in both countries,” Mohamed Balama said. “It reflects the desire to enhance our bilateral cooperation on financial matters, particularly on trade and investment, and to strengthen financial stability.”

 

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