BRICS Developing Independent Financial System, Russian Envoy
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News Date: July 8, 2024
BRICS countries are developing an independent financial system free from third-party dominance, according to Russian Ambassador to China, Igor Morgulov.
Speaking at the 12th World Peace Forum in Beijing, Morgulov noted the increasing volume of Russia's transactions in national currencies with other BRICS nations.
He highlighted that Russia-China trade has reached $240 billion, with 92% of settlements in rubles and yuans.
Morgulov emphasized that BRICS is moving away from dollar dominance, developing mechanisms for an independent financial system.
Although a new single currency is not imminent, the group, which now includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Ethiopia, Iran, and Egypt, is progressing toward this goal.
"We are leaving the dollar-dominated space and developing the mechanism and tools for a truly independent financial system," he stated by RIA Novosti.
Zimbabwe introduces a new gold-backed digital currency
Zimbabwe has unveiled a groundbreaking digital currency called 'Zimbabwe Gold' (ZiG), backed by gold in milligrams.This move is part of the country's de-dollarization strategy and efforts to combat inflation.
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) is offering ZiG for both individuals and corporations, providing a stable and versatile means of transacting.
By linking the digital currency to gold, Zimbabwe aims to restore confidence in its monetary system and attract investment, potentially setting an example for other nations facing similar economic challenges.
ZiG represents a significant step towards financial stability and innovation in Zimbabwe.
Turkey, warehouse and bridge for metals trade to Russia
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This comes after 5 of Turkey's banks adopted Russia's payment system and the country said it would look to ditch the dollar for Russian energy.
Sources: reuters.com
BRICS Alternatives to SWIFT
BRICS is the acronym denoting the emerging national economies of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.It is a growing eastern world alliance led by China.
In another effort to reduce their dependence on the US dollar, BRICS members have been building their own global payment infrastructures for international transactions that are independent of the US dollar and can serve as alternatives to SWIFT, the leading messaging network for financial transactions worldwide.
This allows BRICS members, especially those who are often subjects of US sanctions, to create their own rules for international banking and settlement. Moreover, by extending alternative financial infrastructure to other countries and regions, BRICS can create greater buy-in for their own system and increase their financial and political influence through this alternative system.
Some BRICS members have independently developed their own cross-border payment mechanisms in recent years.
Both Russia and China have launched their national alternatives to the SWIFT global banking network and introduced their systems to broader global markets. Source: www.cambridge.org
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(Reuters)


