Friday, October 9, 2015

Sputnik — China Launches Yuan-Based International Payment System

China launched the first phase of its China International Payment System (CIPS) in Shanghai on Thursday, allowing cross-border transactions in the Chinese national currency, the yuan.

CIPS’ first phase provides clearing and settlement services, according to the People’s Bank of China announcement. Its launch is said to remove hurdles to the yuan’s internationalization by reducing transaction costs and processing times.
Up to 19 major banks were named as direct participants in CIPS, with 38 Chinese banks and up to 140 foreign financial institutions named as indirect participants.…
CIPS is vying to overtake SWIFT in the region.…
Sputnik International
China Launches Yuan-Based International Payment System

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