Israel's economy well prepared for risks, says central bank governor

Source: Nikkei Asia

TEL AVIV -- Bank of Israel Gov. Amir Yaron says the central bank is well prepared for any eventuality, acknowledging "there is a lot of geopolitical risk" as his country's ceasefire negotiations with Hamas continue.

"We have our own plans in our drawers for different scenarios," Yaron told Nikkei in an exclusive interview at the central bank in Tel Aviv. "We are preparing, and trying to be as prepared as possible. We try to have as many tools as possible prepared in advance."