Eurogroup Statement on Cyprus

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Series Details 25.03.13
Publication Date 25/03/2013
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The Eurogroup reached an agreement with the Cypriot authorities on the 25 March 2013 on the key elements necessary for a future macroeconomic adjustment programme.

The intention of the €10bn bailout deal for Cyprus was to prevent its banking system collapsing and keep the country in the eurozone.

Source Link Link to Main Source http://www.eurozone.europa.eu/newsroom/news/2013/03/eg-statement-cyprus-25-03-13/
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