Microinsurance and financial leasing firms will be required to create designated accounts of a minimum EGP 10 mn to support small businesses, the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) head Mohamed Omran said in a statement. No more details were provided on the move, which comes amid government efforts to push for greater financial inclusion.
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