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In the current complex landscape of the global economy, senior U.S. officials visited China and made a series of demands.
It seems to be paving the way for future political and economic relations.
However, the real motive behind this and its potential implications are far more complex than the apparent diplomatic etiquette.
We must analyze this US strategy and China's response, especially in the adjustment of gold and US Treasuries.
First, it's important to understand why China chose to convert some of its U.S. Treasuries into gold at this time.
Gold has historically been seen as a safe haven in times of economic uncertainty, while U.S. Treasuries are often seen as a sound investment.
However, with the total US national debt surging to $34 trillion.
As well as increased uncertainty about U.S. economic policy, global market confidence in U.S. Treasuries appears to be waning.
In this case, gold becomes a more stable asset preservation.
In addition, there is a subtle change in economic strategy between China and the United States.
The U.S. has recently exerted a range of economic and political pressures on China – including demands for Chinese companies to withdraw from the Russian market and potential new sanctions.
Not only does it affect the direct trade relationship between the two countries, but it could also force China to reposition its strategy in the global economy.
By reducing its holdings of U.S. bonds and buying gold in large quantities, China may be preparing for a long-term strategy of economic autonomy and security reserves.
Specifically, the internal economic situation of the United States – especially its large national debt and possible debt crisis.
This provides an opportunity for China to adjust its foreign exchange reserve strategy.
The increased risk that the bubble in the US economy could burst has unnerved countries with large US debt holdings.
In addition, new developments in the U.S.-China relationship, such as the threat of U.S. sanctions against Chinese companies, have further prompted the Chinese government to take steps to protect its economic interests.
While adjusting its financial asset allocation, China is also actively seeking cooperation with other economies, especially with Russia on energy and infrastructure investment.
This strengthening of multilateral relations will not only reduce dependence on the US dollar, but also provide new definition and space for China's role in the global economy.
However, this shift in strategy is not without risk.
While converting U.S. bonds into gold could provide asset preservation in the short term, it could also reduce China's liquidity in global financial markets.
In addition, if other economies around the world also start to reduce their holdings of US bonds and buy gold, it could lead to a further restructuring of global economic relations and financial markets.
In summary, although China's strategy seems to be a defense against economic pressures in the United States at the moment.
But in reality, it also reflects a more active attitude towards global economic participation.
This attitude is not only a direct response to the current international political and economic situation, but also a deliberate strategic layout for future uncertainties.
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