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The US has intensified sanctions on Iran's economy, particularly targeting financial institutions facilitating transactions linked to Iran. Banque Misr, Egypt's largest state-owned bank, operates internationally, including in the UAE.
Egypt's Banque Misr is reviewing US sanctions targeting its UAE branches for Iran dealings. The UAE central bank has launched an urgent examination of these branches following the US action. This US move is part of a campaign to increase economic pressure on Iran. Banque Misr stated its UAE branch continues to serve customers under applicable rules.
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The UAE central bank will complete its examination of Banque Misr's UAE branches within weeks
Likely · Within weeks
Banque Misr will enhance compliance measures for its UAE branches to address US concerns
Likely · Within months
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