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China's central bank extended a currency swap deal with its Icelandic counterpart on Wednesday.

The deal is worth 3.5 billion yuan (507 million US dollars) and will last for three years, according to the People's Bank of China (PBOC) website.

The move is aimed at facilitating bilateral trade and investment and helping regional financial stability, the PBOC said.

The new agreement can be extended if both sides agree.

Editor: Tan Yuhan