# Argentina Eyes China Swap for 2027 Financing

> Argentina may use China's currency swap to cover 2027 bond financing if Bonares refinancing fails ahead of presidential election.
- Title: Argentina Eyes China Swap for 2027 Financing | Shortify
- Summary: Argentina may use China's currency swap to cover 2027 bond financing if Bonares refinancing fails ahead of presidential election. Argentina could use its…
- Keywords: argentina, china, bonares, 2027, presidential election, currency swap, economy minister, news, politics, world, Eyes, Swap
- Source: Buenos Aires Times — https://batimes.com.ar/news/economy/argentina-eyes-tapping-china-swap-to-cover-2027-financing-needs.phtml
- Author: Manuela Tobias, Bloomberg
- Published: 2026-10-14T17:30:47+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: argentina, china, bonares, 2027, presidential election, currency swap, economy minister, news, politics, world
## Economy Minister Caputo
Argentina could tap its currency swap line with China if it can't refinance dollar-denominated bonds under local law.

> there was a lot of focus on the political aspect
## 2027 Financing Plan
Milei's government plans US$5 billion in 2027 Bonares bonds but faces doubts after pausing issuance in mid-August.
## China Swap Line Renewed
Argentina renewed its US$19-billion swap line with China's central bank for five years including US$5 billion activated portion.
## Key takeaway

Argentina could use its China currency swap line to cover 2027 financing needs if it can't refinance dollar-denominated bonds.