Appointment of Subcustodians. The Custodian may appoint BNY Western Trust Company or, upon receipt of Proper Instructions, another bank or trust company, which is itself qualified under the Investment Company Act to act as a custodian (a "Subcustodian"), as the agent of the Custodian to carry out such of the duties of the Custodian hereunder as a Custodian may from time to time direct; provided, however, that the appointment of any Subcustodian shall not relieve the Custodian of its responsibilities or liabilities hereunder.
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Samples: Master Custody Agreement (Franklin ETF Trust), Custody Agreement (Templeton Income Trust), Custody Agreement (Franklin Floating Rate Master Trust)
