China explores cross-border uses for digital yuan in new trial

China explores cross-border uses for digital yuan in new trial China explores cross-border uses for digital yuan in new trial

BEIJING — China has kicked off a trial for cross-border payments using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) with Saudi Arabia and other partners, eyeing alternative uses for the digital yuan amid its struggles in the home market.

Other participants include Hong Kong, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates. Such international organizations as the International Monet Fund and also taking part as observers.