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Documentary
StatusReturning Series
LanguageFrench
First airedMarch 7, 2022
Last airedJune 3, 2026
Seasons5
Episodes103
StatusReturning Series
LanguageFrench
First airedMarch 7, 2022
Last airedJune 3, 2026
Seasons5
Episodes103
Last episode
LAST EPISODE
S5 E108 · Why do countries hold gold reserves?
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July 9, 2026
4m
Around 30 tonnes of Venezuelan gold remain frozen at the Bank of England under sanctions. Venezuelan authorities say they want to use the assets for earthquake relief and reconstruction. Beyond this case, why do many countries maintain large gold reserves, and what role do they play?
