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China Urged to Cut US Treasuries for Yuan Growth

3/22/2026

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  • A Renmin University of Beijing report argues China should reduce its foreign exchange reserves, particularly United States Treasuries, to a moderate level to support yuan's international use.
  • Sun Jiaqi, author, says the yuan's maturation may reduce the need for excessive foreign currency assets.
  • The report estimates reserves for an emerging market economy at 11.49% of GDP, citing research from China Securities Depository and Clearing and China Construction Bank.