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The trend, known as “de-dollarization”, has gained momentum following the sanctions imposed by the United States on Russia in 2022. The adoption of this stance by several countries has the potential to alter the global economic balance.
The nations of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) have decided to abandon the use of the US dollar in commercial transactions, which has ceased to be the main currency for international operations in 11 countries.
This decision seeks to redefine the value of their own currencies, reduce dependence on the dollar, and improve competitiveness in foreign exchange markets.
The 11 countries that abandoned the dollar: the complete list
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Ukraine, member countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), have begun a process aimed at reducing dependence on the dollar in their cross-border transactions.
With 85% of cross-border transactions already carried out in local currency, CIS leaders have indicated that this initiative strengthens the economic sovereignty of their nations and creates new fiscal opportunities.
The objectives of reducing dependence on the dollar in large-scale financial transactions:
- Avoid the adverse effects of international sanctions.
- Strengthen their local currencies in the foreign exchange market.
- Diversify their reserves with assets such as gold.
How does de-dollarization impact the global economy?
De-dollarization represents a significant shift in the international financial system. By reducing dependence on the dollar, CIS countries could:
This process can also have negative consequences for the dollar. If demand for the currency in international transactions decreases, its value could be affected, leading to a loss of its status as the predominant reserve currency on the global stage.