Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-08-21 20:11Core Viewpoint - The internationalization of the Renminbi (RMB) is a core issue for China's financial sector and a crucial support for the new dual circulation development pattern, with the Bank of China playing a leading role in this process through its extensive cross-border financial experience and service network covering 64 countries and regions [1][2]. Group 1: Clearing Network Foundation - The Bank of China has built a comprehensive cross-border clearing network over the past 20 years, becoming a key player in the global RMB clearing network, with operations in 16 countries and regions [1][2]. - The establishment of the RMB clearing bank in Mauritius in June further extends RMB services in Africa, while the bank also serves as a clearing bank in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Cambodia [2]. - In 2024, the Bank of China's cross-border RMB clearing business is expected to exceed 130 trillion yuan, marking a 40.05% year-on-year increase [2]. Group 2: Empowering Cross-Border Usage Scenarios - The Bank of China has actively promoted the use of RMB in trade settlements, particularly in countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative and RCEP, enhancing the real demand for RMB [3][4]. - The bank has facilitated over 1.2 billion yuan in cross-border RMB settlements in the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone in Cambodia, with a significant increase in RMB accounts and deposits [3]. - In the Guangxi region, the bank has launched innovative digital RMB payment solutions, including the first cross-border e-commerce payment system [4]. Group 3: Investment and Financing Innovations - The Bank of China has made significant strides in the investment and financing sector, including a landmark 14.2 billion yuan international syndicated loan for an Australian iron ore producer, marking the first RMB syndicated loan for a non-Chinese enterprise [4]. - The bank has maintained its leading position in the Panda bond market, assisting over 70 overseas issuers in raising more than 570 billion yuan [4]. Group 4: Global Ecosystem Collaboration - The Bank of China plays a vital role in building a collaborative ecosystem for RMB internationalization, engaging with foreign central banks, financial institutions, and international organizations [5][6]. - By the end of 2024, the bank's overseas institutions will cover 64 countries, with cross-border RMB settlement volumes reaching 43.06 trillion yuan, maintaining a global leadership position [5][6]. - The bank has been actively involved in promoting RMB internationalization through various forums and market outreach activities, enhancing the international acceptance of RMB [6].