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China Pushes for Renminbi as Global Reserve Currency

2/4/2026

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  • Xi Jinping, President of China, stated in Qiushi that the renminbi should become a global reserve currency, backed by a strong central bank.
  • The renminbi accounts for 1.93% of global reserves, illustrating the gap China aims to close.
  • Analysts say immediate shifts are unlikely, but China pursues currency swap agreements and stronger trade ties to reshape the financial landscape.