China’s Dual Strategy: e-CNY at Home, Rare Earths Abroad

[lingriiddd]

Beijing is tightening control on two fronts: banning private stablecoins that could rival the digital yuan, while also expanding rare earth export restrictions that threaten U.S. defense and tech supply chains. Analysts call it a dual-front monetary strategy — protecting yuan stability at home, challenging the dollar abroad.

[Abdul Khan]

China’s two-pronged approach blends domestic digital control with strategic global resource leverage.

[alex10]

This policy could redefine the balance between economic sovereignty and international influence.