Published 10 February, 2010
The European Parliament is debating an agreement that allows the banking data of its citizens to be scrutinized by American officials.
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Washington says this measure is vital to counter terrorism, but many in Europe see it as an invasion of privacy.
In a deal that came into force temporarily last Monday, the EU and the US are sharing banking data conducted through the SWIFT money transferring system. For supporters, including the US government, it seems a key part of the fight against the financing of international terrorism
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