news Scmp World 2026-07-07

China Extends Gold Buying Streak to 20 Months Amid De-Dollarization Efforts

China's central bank continued its extensive gold accumulation in June, marking the 20th consecutive month of purchases. This sustained buying underscores Beijing's strategy to diversify foreign reserves and reduce reliance on the US dollar.

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