Cyprus is considering several options to finance the recapitalization of its banks, including that of a bilateral loan, CyBC radio reported today, citing Finance Minister Vassos Shiarly.

The conditions under which Cyprus could resort to the European rescue mechanism before June 30, which is also among the options, would not be burdensome, CyBC reported, citing Shiarly.

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