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As a precursor to Our GCR, the global financial landscape is witnessing a tectonic shift as nations increasingly turn away from the US dollar and seek alternatives that offer stability and trust. China and Russia, recognizing the erosion of faith in the US currency, are strategically positioning themselves within the BRICS Alliance to introduce a new gold-backed currency. Below, I break this complex situation down into an easy-to-understand format. I discuss the rising trend away from the US dollar, the growing role of China’s yuan, the significance of gold in international trade, and how the BRICS Alliance could potentially challenge the dominance of the G7 Alliance and the US dollar.
Key Points:
- The erosion of trust in the US dollar and the search for alternatives
- China’s expanding influence and the role of the yuan in global trade
- The significance of gold as a trusted asset and settlement currency
- The strategic positioning of China and Russia within the BRICS Alliance
- Potential implications for the G7 Alliance and the future of the US dollar
Key Statistics and Figures:
- Argentina has doubled its currency swap access to $10 billion, with the swap being in Chinese yuan (CNY) instead of US dollars.
- Pakistan has signed a deal with Russia to buy crude oil, settling the bill in CNY rather than USD.
- Global central banks have engaged in record-breaking levels of CNY currency stacking via FX swap lines, with 109 billion yuan stacked by the end of March.
- Gold discoveries have been shrinking, with no major discoveries since 2019.
- The US has been increasing interest rates amidst a massive debt bubble, raising concerns about solvency risk and potential dollar debasement.
In today’s global financial landscape, the US dollar’s role as the dominant reserve currency is being increasingly challenged. Nations around the world are seeking alternatives that offer stability, trust, and protection against geopolitical uncertainties. China and Russia, recognizing this paradigm shift, are strategically positioning themselves within the BRICS Alliance to introduce a new gold-backed currency that could challenge the G7 Alliance and the US dollar’s supremacy. This article delves into the underlying factors driving this trend and the potential consequences it may have on the global financial order.
The Erosion of Trust in the US Dollar
The history of bankrupt empires and regimes serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the dangers of unsustainable fiscal policies and short-sighted political decisions. The Federal Reserve and the United States find themselves at a crossroads, where the choice between saving the system or sacrificing the currency becomes increasingly apparent. As nations witness the consequences of the US weaponizing the world reserve currency through politically motivated sanctions, they are turning away from the US dollar.
China’s Expanding Influence and the Rise of the Yuan
China’s emergence as a global economic powerhouse has been accompanied by a steady increase in its influence and stature. The Chinese yuan (CNY) is gaining prominence as a settlement currency, particularly in energy and real asset deals. Unlike the US dollar, the yuan is not seeking to become the world reserve currency but instead plays a significant role in trade settlement. China’s growing liquidity, established swap lines, and increasing gold reserves demonstrate its determination to shape the future financial order.
The Significance of Gold as a Trusted Asset
In times of financial uncertainty, gold has historically served as a safe haven for nations seeking stability. Unlike fiat currencies, gold has an intrinsic value and limited supply, making it a trusted asset. The abandonment of the gold standard by the US in 1971 marked a turning point, leading to the gradual erosion of trust in the US dollar as a reliable store of value. As demand for gold continues to rise while discoveries shrink, the price of gold is poised to increase, highlighting the importance of this precious metal in the evolving global financial landscape.
China and Russia’s Strategic Positioning within the BRICS Alliance
China and Russia, cognizant of the changing dynamics, are leveraging their positions within the BRICS Alliance to challenge the dominance of the G7 Alliance and the US dollar. The BRICS nations, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, have been steadily enhancing their economic cooperation and diversifying away from the US dollar. China and Russia’s increasing gold reserves and their focus on strengthening relationships with other nations based on mutual interests and trust provide a solid foundation for the introduction of a new gold-backed currency.
Implications for the G7 Alliance and the Future of the US Dollar
The introduction of a gold-backed currency by the BRICS Alliance, led by China and Russia, poses significant implications for the G7 Alliance and the future of the US dollar as the dominant reserve currency. As nations gradually shift their focus away from the USD and seek alternatives, the US’s solvency risk and dollar debasement become increasingly apparent. The evolving global financial landscape may witness a redistribution of power, where China and Russia’s strategic maneuvering within the BRICS Alliance plays a pivotal role.
Conclusion
The gradual decline in trust and confidence in the US dollar has paved the way for a potential challenge from the BRICS Alliance, led by China and Russia, in the form of a new gold-backed currency. As nations seek stability, trust, and an alternative to the US dollar, the role of the yuan as a settlement currency and the significance of gold as a trusted asset cannot be overlooked. The strategic positioning of China and Russia within the BRICS Alliance indicates a shift in the global financial order and raises questions about the future of the G7 Alliance and the US dollar’s supremacy.
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One response to “China and Russia are Leading BRICS Alliance to Introduce a Gold-Backed Currency: Can it Challenge the US Dollar?”
Hi, thank you for the interesting perspective, and the opportunity to share in the conversation.
I believe this has been a done deal for over a year now. This is from an article at kitco.com on March 28, 2022.
‘Russian central bank will pay a fixed price of 5,000 roubles ($52) per gram between March 28 and June 30, 2022. the bank said on Friday.’
Setting a fixed price for gold reminds some analysts of what the U.S. did during the “gold standard” years. The period between 1879 and 1914 is known as the classical gold standard era, during which one ounce of gold would represent $21. Then in the 1930s, the U.S. banned gold ownership and raised the value of the dollar in gold from $20.67 to $35 per ounce.
Therefore, Russia backed the Ruble way back then and demanded payment for oil in either gold or the gold backed Ruble. See article below. 👇 Thanks.
https://www.kitco.com/news/2022-03-28/Russia-sets-fixed-gold-price-as-it-restarts-official-bullion-purchases.html