中国“锄头”猛挖美元霸权墙角！美国霸权这下真“扛不住”了！

Core Insights - China has made a significant decision to suspend dollar settlements for iron ore imports from Australia, raising concerns in international economic and political spheres [1][3] - Australia, while being a close ally of the U.S., heavily relies on China for trade, with the trade volume expected to exceed $210 billion in 2024 [1][3] - The move is seen as a strategic blow to the U.S. dollar's dominance, as losing China as a major customer could severely impact Australia's economy [3][5] Group 1 - The suspension of dollar settlements is a critical maneuver that could destabilize the U.S. dollar's position, especially if even close allies like Australia begin to abandon it [3][6] - Australia exports only $24.3 billion to the U.S. annually, indicating that the loss of Chinese trade could create a significant economic void that the U.S. cannot fill [3][5] - China's approach is likened to a strategic "Taiji" move, targeting Australia's economic lifeline while signaling discontent with dollar-based transactions [3][8] Group 2 - The internationalization of the renminbi is advancing rapidly, with China prepared to counter potential threats from the U.S. regarding SWIFT and dollar dominance [6][8] - Australia is not the only country considering abandoning the dollar, as discussions with Saudi representatives suggest a broader trend towards de-dollarization [6][8] - The relationship between China and Australia is characterized as mutually beneficial, with Australia providing essential resources that China needs [5][6]