About this episode
The episode discusses the potential expansion of US dollar safety nets through currency swap lines in response to global demand.
Currency swap lines have long been a key tool for moving dollars around the global financial system in times of stress. Now US officials are considering expanding their use beyond crises, as more countries in regions like the Gulf and Asia seek access. Our Senior Editor Alister Bull joins Caroline Hepker to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: Caroline Hepker
Guest: Alister Bull
Topics covered
- currency swap lines
- global financial system
- US dollar
- international relations
- economic policy
Keywords
- currency swap
- US dollar
- financial system
- Gulf
- Asia
- economic crisis
- international finance
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Bloomberg
Places: US, Gulf, Asia
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