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Ethiopia’s Birr Falls 30% After Currency Float; Forex Surrender Requirements Scrapped

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Ethiopia’s Birr Falls 30% After Currency Float; Forex Surrender Requirements Scrapped
Ethiopia’s Birr Falls 30% After Currency Float; Forex Surrender Requirements ScrappedEthiopia’s birr plunged 30% against the dollar after the central bank floated the currency as part of reforms aimed at correcting foreign exchange market distortions. The bank also eliminated foreign exchange surrender requirements and lifted restrictions on certain imports. In return, Ethiopia, which is seeking BRICS membership, is expected to receive a $10.7 billion loan […]