ADDIS ABABA (ENA) - The demonetization of the old Ethiopian Birr notes this week will play a crucial role to boost the economy by stabilizing the macroeconomy and controlling illegal money transactions, experts said.
In an exclusive interview with ENA, the economist Dr. Berhanu Danu said the change will not only help to control contraband and illicit financial activities, but also play pivotal role in improving the economic development of the country.
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