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Gabon raises 336 billion CFA francs on international markets

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Gabon raises 336 billion CFA francs on international markets

Gabon borrowed $580 million, equivalent to 336 billion CFA francs, on the international debt market, three months after an initial $920 million issuance. The operation comes despite concerns about public finances and discussions with the IMF, according to Ecomatin.

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