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Regulations - Financial

Interbank Transfer Limits Trigger Industrial Park Complaints

Mar 29, 2026
Interbank Transfer Limits Trigger Industrial Park Complaints
  • National Bank caps interbank transfers, restricting fund movement between banks
  • Industrial park tenants report operational disruptions due to transfer limits
  • Companies unable to pay suppliers and service providers across different banks
  • Manufacturers cite delays in import payments and raw material procurement
  • Policy affects firms operating in multiple banking relationships
  • Industrial park investors raise concerns over production continuity risks
  • Businesses request policy revision or exemptions for industrial operators

Why it matters?

Interbank transfer restrictions are directly affecting industrial operations, disrupting payments and supply chains. This raises concerns over manufacturing stability and investor confidence in Ethiopia’s industrial parks