他在社交平台X上表示："美国财政部已准备好立即采取一切必要的非常措施，以维护市场稳定。"消息 公布后，阿根廷2035年到期的美元债价格跳涨4.6美分，报60.58美分；比索兑美元升值0.8%，收于1美 元兑1425比索，扭转此前数日政府干预下的疲软走势。 贝森特在声明中强调，阿根廷正面临"严重的流动性紧缩"，而国际社会，包括IMF在内，已一致支持阿 根廷实施审慎的财政战略。美国财政部发言人拒绝透露购买比索的具体规模以及货币互换额度的操作细 节。 贝森特的声明发布于与阿根廷财政部长Luis Caputo为期四天的会谈结束之际。会议还包括国际货币基金 组织(IMF)官员的参与。今年4月，IMF刚刚批准了对阿根廷的新一轮200亿美元贷款计划。 贝森特表示，Caputo向其汇报了与IMF在改革承诺上的密切协调，并强调阿根廷当前的政策在财政纪律 支撑下"总体稳健"。他指出："阿根廷的汇率区间仍然适用。" 美国财政部长贝森特周四表示，美国政府已直接购入阿根廷比索，并与阿根廷央行敲定了一项规模达 200亿美元的货币互换框架协议。受此消息推动，阿根廷比索与美元债券双双大幅走强，市场情绪明显 回暖。 ...

Core Points - The U.S. government has taken significant measures to support Argentina's economic reforms, including a $20 billion currency swap framework and direct market intervention to purchase Argentine pesos [1][2] - U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen emphasized the importance of Argentina's economic reforms and the need for immediate action to stabilize the market [2][3] - The announcement led to a rise in Argentina's 2035 sovereign bonds by 4.3 cents, reaching over 60 cents, and a 0.7% increase in the peso against the dollar, reversing a previous decline of up to 2.7% [1] Currency Swap Framework and Direct Intervention - The U.S. Treasury has finalized a $20 billion currency swap framework with Argentina, following intensive meetings with Argentine officials [2] - Direct market intervention by the U.S. Treasury involved purchasing Argentine pesos, which is seen as a critical action to address Argentina's liquidity crisis [2][3] - Secretary Yellen stated that only the U.S. could act swiftly in this situation, highlighting the urgency of the measures taken [2] Political Support and Economic Cooperation - Secretary Yellen's statements reflect strong political backing for Argentina's reforms, positioning them as strategically important for U.S. interests in the region [3][4] - The U.S. aims to strengthen economic ties with Argentina, with discussions on investment incentives and support for strategic partnerships [3] - High-level interactions between U.S. and Argentine leaders are expected to enhance economic cooperation and political coordination [4]

Group 1 - South Korea is unable to provide $350 billion in cash to the U.S. as part of a trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs from 25% to 15% [2][3] - The South Korean government is exploring alternative solutions, including loans and bilateral currency swap arrangements, to mitigate economic impacts [2][3] - The $350 billion investment fund is a core component of the trade agreement, but both parties are at an impasse regarding the fund's operational structure [3] Group 2 - South Korea's National Security Advisor stated that the proposed cash payment is beyond the country's capacity [2] - The South Korean government emphasizes the economic disparity between South Korea and Japan, which recently finalized a $550 billion investment commitment [3] - Discussions regarding currency exchange rates have concluded, with details expected to be announced soon, indicating a separation from currency swap negotiations [2]

大家好，关注一则韩国发生的大事件。 韩国无法按贸易协议以现金支付3500亿美元 周日，一位韩国高官表示，按照华盛顿方面的设想，韩国无法向美国以现金提供3500亿美元，以换取下 调关税。 国家安全顾问魏圣洛在接受电视采访时说："我们的立场并不是谈判策略。这在客观上、现实中都不是 我们能够承受的水平。我们无法以现金支付3500亿美元。" 美韩谈判陷入僵局 此前，美韩在7月就一项3500亿美元的投资承诺达成一致，作为更广泛贸易协议的一部分，以把美国关 税从25%降至15%。但双方仍在如何设计该安排上存在分歧。 韩方官员正寻求通过贷款以及与美国达成双边货币互换安排来缓冲经济影响，并指出该金额相当于其外 汇储备的80%以上。 据报道，美国商务部长已告知韩方，美方更倾向于以现金而非贷款进行投资。特朗普近期也将这笔出资 描述为"预先支付"。 韩国方面表示，政府正在探索替代方案，并希望在下月于庆州举行的APEC峰会上两国领导人会晤时取 得进展。 另据韩联社报道，韩国财政部长表示，已就汇率问题与美方结束磋商，相关细节将很快公布；他同时指 出，该讨论与货币互换谈判属于不同议题。 他指出，虽然确定由谁来作出基金的投资决策以及如何分 ...

智通财经APP获悉，由于与美国的一项 3500 亿美元的投资协议预计将在未来几年带来巨大的美元兑换 需求，韩元正面临压力。该货币本应具备在九月表现强劲的所有条件，比如韩国综合股价指数创下历史 新高，外国投资者纷纷涌入，美元因美联储降息而走软——然而韩元却几乎没有变动。花旗和法国兴业 银行的分析师指出，美国协议的不确定性是主要的阻碍因素，除了大致的数字之外，关于该协议的具体 结构知之甚少。 韩国和美国在7月口头达成一项贸易协议，根据该协议，美国将降低对韩国征收的关税，以换取韩国 3500亿美元的对美投资等措施。李在明对此表示，由于在投资处理方式上存在分歧，双方尚未将该协议 付诸书面。 韩美双方在3500亿美元对美投资的具体方案上存在分歧，贸易谈判进入"拉锯战"，正艰难前行。根据特 朗普此前说法，韩国输美产品将适用15%关税税率，美国产品在韩国则不会被征收关税。韩国将向美国 投资3500亿美元，同时还将从美国采购价值1000亿美元的液化天然气或其他能源产品。韩国将对美国全 面开放贸易并接受美国汽车和农产品等。 李在明在接受媒体采访时表示，如果在停滞的贸易谈判中没有任何保障措施就接受美方的现有要求，那 么韩国将面临 ...

这段采访于上周五（19日）在韩国总统办公室进行。李在明还提及美国近期一次大规模移民执法行动，期间有数百名韩国人被拘留。他表示，"我不认为这 是故意的，美国已经为这一事件道歉，我们同意在这方面寻求合理的措施，我们正在为此努力。" 报道称，李在明本周一将赴纽约在联合国大会发表讲话。总统办公室表示，此次行程没有与特朗普会面的计划，贸易谈判也不在本次访问议程之内。 韩美双方在3500亿美元对美投资的具体方案上存在分歧，贸易谈判进入"拉锯战"，正艰难前行。根据特朗普此前说法，韩国输美产品将适用15%关税税率， 美国产品在韩国则不会被征收关税。韩国将向美国投资3500亿美元，同时还将从美国采购价值1000亿美元的液化天然气或其他能源产品。韩国将对美国全面 开放贸易并接受美国汽车和农产品等。 李在明本月3日在接受美国《时代》杂志采访时也曾直言，若接受美方条件达成协议，我恐怕会遭弹劾。 【环球网报道 记者 姜蔼玲】据路透社当地时间21日报道，韩国总统李在明在接受该媒体采访时表示，如果在停滞的贸易谈判中没有任何保障措施就接受美 方的现有要求，那么韩国将面临类似1997年金融危机的局面。 "如果没有货币互换，而我们按照美国要求的 ...

Core Viewpoint - The recent depreciation of the South Korean won has raised concerns about the country's economic stability, prompting discussions with the U.S. for a currency swap agreement, indicating a lack of confidence in the domestic economy [1][5]. Group 1: Currency Depreciation and Economic Impact - The South Korean won has depreciated significantly, falling below 1380 against the U.S. dollar from August to September, leading to foreign capital withdrawal and market uncertainty [3]. - South Korea's short-term external debt is approaching $170 billion, creating a precarious financial situation that could worsen if market confidence erodes [2]. - The Bank of Korea's foreign exchange reserves stand at over $430 billion, which may not be sufficient to stabilize the currency in the face of ongoing economic challenges [3]. Group 2: Historical Context and Current Negotiations - South Korea has previously engaged in currency swap agreements with the U.S., including a $30 billion deal during the 2008 financial crisis and a $60 billion agreement during the COVID-19 pandemic, which were aimed at stabilizing the won [5]. - The U.S. may impose conditions on any new currency swap agreement, potentially requiring South Korea to make concessions in areas such as financial regulation and geopolitical alignment [7]. Group 3: Long-term Considerations and Alternatives - The potential agreement could provide short-term relief for the won, but it may also compromise South Korea's financial sovereignty, raising questions about the long-term implications of such dependence on the U.S. [9]. - Alternatives exist for South Korea, such as establishing currency swaps with China or enhancing regional financial cooperation with ASEAN, but political factors limit these options [9][11]. - Historical experience suggests that while currency swaps can offer temporary stability, they do not guarantee long-term economic security unless structural improvements in the economy are made [11].

Core Points - The People's Bank of China and the Bank of Thailand signed a bilateral currency swap agreement, marking the third extension and revision of the agreement [2][46] - The currency swap agreement allows for the exchange of 700 billion RMB and 3.7 trillion Thai Baht, with a validity period of five years, which can be extended upon expiration [46][48] - This agreement aims to deepen financial cooperation between the two countries, facilitate bilateral trade and investment, and maintain financial market stability [48] Summary by Sections Currency Swap Agreement - The agreement is a bilateral currency swap, also known as a currency exchange or currency swap [7] - It allows two countries to agree on exchange rates, limits, and terms to directly exchange their currencies without needing a third-party currency for settlement [8][23] Historical Context - The concept of currency swaps dates back to 1981, with the first recorded swap between the World Bank and IBM, involving the exchange of US dollars for German Marks and Swiss Francs [19][21] - Currency swaps have since gained popularity globally, providing a means to avoid exchange rate risks and reduce transaction costs [23] Mechanism of Currency Swap - In a currency swap, two banks sign an agreement to exchange equivalent amounts of each other's currency based on the current exchange rate [32] - During the agreed period, the banks pay interest to each other at fixed or floating rates, and at the end of the term, they exchange the principal amounts back [40][42]

Core Viewpoint - Argentina and China have agreed to extend their currency swap agreement for an additional 12 months, valued at 35 billion RMB (5 billion USD), highlighting the strategic importance of their partnership amid external pressures [1][2][3]. Group 1: Currency Swap Agreement - The currency swap agreement allows Argentina to use RMB instead of USD, providing relief to its dwindling foreign reserves and supporting the volatile peso [3]. - The initial agreement was signed in 2009, and after several extensions, the current agreement was renewed on June 9, 2023, with a total swap amount of 130 billion RMB, valid until June 2026 [1][2]. - The recent extension of 35 billion RMB was originally set to expire in June 2024 but has now been extended to June 2026 [2]. Group 2: Geopolitical Context - The timing of the announcement is critical, coinciding with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessenet's upcoming visit to Argentina, which may signal U.S. interest in influencing Argentina's economic decisions [1][3]. - The IMF is set to vote on a new 20 billion USD aid plan for Argentina, with the U.S. being a significant stakeholder in the IMF, indicating potential U.S. support for Argentina [3][4]. - Recent U.S. government actions have attempted to undermine the China-Argentina relationship, labeling the currency swap as a "coercive mechanism" and pressuring Argentina to reconsider its agreements with China [4][6]. Group 3: Trade Relations - China has become Argentina's second-largest trading partner and the largest source of imports, with bilateral trade reaching 17.399 billion USD (approximately 126.16 billion RMB) in 2023 [3]. - Argentina's President Milei has softened his stance towards China since taking office, recognizing the importance of the partnership for fulfilling IMF obligations [6].