贝森特否认美元贬值会削弱其全球地位，警告欧元升至1.2将令欧洲"尖叫"

Group 1 - The core argument presented by Treasury Secretary Mnuchin is that the recent decline of the dollar does not threaten its status as the world's primary reserve currency, emphasizing that the "strong dollar policy" focuses on long-term stability rather than short-term fluctuations [1][4]. - Mnuchin highlighted that the dollar index fell nearly 11% in the first half of the year, marking the worst semi-annual performance since the Nixon era, attributing this decline to uncertainties stemming from President Trump's trade policies and pressure on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates [1][4]. - He reiterated that the Republican tax reform is laying the groundwork for economic growth and that measures are being taken to curb inflation, positioning the U.S. as a prime destination for global capital, which he believes will support the dollar's long-term status [4][7]. Group 2 - Mnuchin warned that if the euro rises to 1.20 against the dollar, it would cause significant concern among Europeans, as a strong euro could undermine the price competitiveness of European exports [4][7]. - He expressed skepticism towards predictions of the dollar's decline as a reserve currency since World War II, asserting that doubters will once again be proven wrong [4]. - The Secretary emphasized that U.S. policymakers recognize the responsibilities that come with being a reserve currency and can tolerate periods of a strong dollar, contrasting this with European perspectives [7].