Examining President Xi’s renewed effort for the yuan to become a global reserve currency – what China would need to sacrifice

Experts Discuss China’s Economic Strategies Experts suggest that the upcoming steps will be incremental. “The Chinese government is probably going to concentrate on broadening currency swap agreements with its trading partners, as well as increasing the use of the renminbi in trade settlements, particularly with commodity exporters,” Su pointed out. Additionally, Su mentioned that “extending […]
Xi’s major opportunity to make the yuan a global currency in 2026

TOKYO — Economic Outlook for the Chinese Yuan As we near the end of 2025 and step into 2026, a pressing question in the realm of global finance revolves around the future of the Chinese yuan. Specifically, what strategies will President Xi Jinping implement to enhance the currency’s status on the world stage? Recently, there […]
Yuan surpasses dollar in China’s trade, but faces challenges

China’s Shift Away from the Dollar China’s efforts to lessen its reliance on the US dollar began during the global financial crisis of 2008-2009. Concerned about the US Federal Reserve’s aggressive money printing, which could undermine the value of China’s $1.9 trillion in foreign assets, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) initiated a pilot program […]
Trump and Xi’s agreement won’t protect the dollar from the yuan.

Growing Interest in the Chinese Yuan Amid Dollar Concerns There’s an increasing curiosity surrounding the Chinese yuan, especially as global investors express unease about President Donald Trump’s handling of the dollar. Recent data from China’s State Administration of Foreign Exchange shows that foreign banks significantly increased their bond assets, with figures doubling compared to last […]
Christopher Yuan to Recover Complete Mobility After Emergency Surgery for Paralysis

Christopher Yuan Recovers After Surgery Theologian and author Christopher Yuan is reportedly recovering well following emergency surgery due to paralysis from a fall at home earlier this week. An update posted on his Instagram account states, “Christopher has had surgery and is recovering well. The surgeon confirmed that the procedure was successful, and he has […]
Chinese yuan strengthens against the dollar but weakens against other currencies: what’s causing the difference?

There might still be a chance for a resurgence against China’s original currency as Beijing continues to lift its value. Yet, it seems the decline of the original against other major currencies is not being driven by new trade tensions. The offshore yuan gained about 3% against the dollar this year as the US dollar […]
China Considers Stablecoins Tied to the Yuan in Shift on Crypto Policy

China is reportedly mulling over the possibility of using the yuan to support various initiatives, some of which may seem rather outlandish. This information comes from a report by Reuters, which indicates a significant shift in China’s approach to digital currencies. It seems that the National Council, China’s Cabinet, might evaluate this roadmap later this […]
China considers stablecoins backed by the yuan in a significant policy change

China Considers Yuan-Backed Stablecoins in Policy Shift China, known for its strict regulations on cryptocurrency, is reportedly contemplating a significant policy reversal regarding the Chinese yuan, specifically the introduction of yuan-backed stablecoins. According to sources, Chinese authorities may permit these stablecoins for the first time to enhance global adoption of the yuan. This information was […]
China strengthens efforts to promote the yuan as trust in the U.S. dollar declines.

China’s Push for Yuan Globalization Amidst Dollar Decline Bank employees in Bangkok handle both the Chinese yuan and US dollar notes, highlighting the growing interest in the yuan. Recently, China has been looking for ways to encourage foreign entities to adopt its currency as confidence in the US dollar wanes. This strategy seems aimed at […]
Economist suggests China’s yuan could compete with the US dollar as the preferred currency with better accessibility.

Senior economists in Asia suggest that China’s yuan could potentially challenge the declining US dollar as a global currency, particularly if Beijing allows greater foreign access and conversion. China is aiming to boost the international use of its centrally controlled currency, which is already being utilized in cross-border trade, according to Hoe Ee Khor, chief […]