The Rise of the Renminbi

The Chinese yuan, also known as the renminbi, is poised to become a global reserve currency—a move that would drastically impact the world's fastest growing economy. While introducing the renminbi as a reserve currency could yield profitable results, it could also make the currency volatile and unpredictable. Donald Straszheim contends that the Chinese government must make specific and concrete fiscal reforms to ensure the renminbi retains its indomitable status. The World Policy Journal explores the rise of the renminbi with this interactive timeline.

1992-01-01 15:12:07

Deng Xiaoping's Southern Tour

Deng Xiaoping, returning from his retirement as the General Secretary of the CCP, travels to a number of factories in southern China.

1997-01-01 00:00:00

Renminbi Pegged to the U.S. Dollar

The renminbi is pegged to the U.S. dollar.

2005-07-21 07:14:23

China Allows Currency Fluctuation

The renminbi appreciates by 2.1 percent relative to the U.S. dollar.

2008-10-21 07:14:23

In Wake of 2008 Financial Crisis, China Repegs the Renminbi

The 2008 market crash shakes the Chinese government's confidence, prompting a quick and cautious return to the currency peg.

2010-06-01 00:00:00

China Emerges From Recession Unscathed

As the global economy recovers, driven by the growth of developing economies, China allows the renminbi to rise relative to the dollar.

2011-11-01 00:00:00

Eurozone Crisis

Fearing the economic fallout of a potential collapse of the eurozone, Chinese policymakers re-peg the renminbi in order to safeguard the domestic economy.

2012-10-01 00:00:00

Renminbi Continues to Appreciate

Renminbi rise resumes as Euro crisis appears to have been averted.

2013-11-01 00:00:00

Jinping Announces "60 Concrete Tasks"

The new General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party, Xi Jinping, prioritizes currency reform and predicts full renminbi liberalization by 2020 in his list of priorities.

2014-02-27 19:38:16

Chinese Economy Reaches New Heights

Chinese ownership of U.S. foreign exchange assets reaches $4 trilllion dollars.

The Rise of the Renminbi

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