Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the increasing willingness of enterprises in the Middle East and ASEAN regions to use the Renminbi (RMB) for trade settlements, driven by concerns over the declining status of the US dollar and the need for currency diversification [2][10]. Group 1: RMB in International Trade - There has been a notable increase in enterprises willing to sign trade contracts priced in RMB, a shift from the previous preference for USD [7][8]. - The trend of "de-dollarization" is accelerating, with many companies seeking to diversify their reserve currencies in response to US trade policies [9][10]. - The RMB is becoming the third-largest trade financing currency globally, with demand for RMB international trade financing rising significantly [12]. Group 2: Factors Driving RMB Usage - The acceleration of China's export supply chains and the establishment of more overseas production facilities by Chinese companies are contributing to the increased use of RMB in cross-border trade [4][5]. - The introduction of bilateral trade agreements that allow for currency settlements in local currencies is encouraging the use of RMB [5][10]. - The high cost of USD trade financing due to rising interest rates is prompting companies to consider RMB as a more cost-effective alternative [8][12]. Group 3: Banking and Financial Infrastructure - Banks are actively promoting RMB usage by encouraging enterprises to adopt RMB and local currency pricing in trade contracts [5][10]. - The Chinese government is implementing measures to enhance cross-border RMB trade financing, including support for banks to expand RMB credit offerings [13]. - There is a need for more innovative RMB investment products to enhance its attractiveness as a reserve currency [14].

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