BRICS Bank Prioritizing Investments in Local Currencies
The BRICS nations' New Development Bank (NDB) is making significant strides in promoting financial stability and sustainable development by prioritizing investments in local currencies. This strategic shift aims to de-dollarize transactions and foster stronger economic ties within the BRICS bloc.
The New Development Bank (NDB) that has been established by BRICS member states is prioritizing the use of local currencies to ensure the stable development of their economies. This initiative reduces reliance on the US dollar and other dominant global currencies, mitigating exchange rate risks and promoting greater financial autonomy.
According to a statement from its Vice President, the BRICS’ New Development Bank is prioritizing investments in local currencies. Indeed, the bloc’s bank is set to significantly increase its lending in the national currencies of its member countries, including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
The New BRICS Development Bank (NDB) is set to launch payments in local currencies to invest in the private sector of the economies of the grouping's member states. This move is expected to stimulate local businesses and create new opportunities for economic growth within the BRICS nations.
The New Development Bank (NDB), established by the BRICS countries, is focusing on increasing the use of local currencies to ensure sustainable development of infrastructure projects and other key sectors. By financing projects in local currencies, the NDB is helping to reduce the financial burden on member countries and promote long-term economic stability.
2 de sept. de 2025 The BRICS financial institution – New Development Bank – is putting in place platforms to enable member countries to have 30% of green loans transacted in their local currencies. This commitment to sustainable finance and local currency usage underscores the NDB's dedication to environmentally responsible and economically resilient development within the BRICS nations.
The NDB's commitment to local currency investments represents a significant step towards a more balanced and multipolar global financial system. As the bank continues to expand its operations and promote local currency usage, it is poised to play an increasingly important role in shaping the future of international finance.