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BRICS: Russia Elevates to High-Income Status Amid Economic Surge

Cryptodnes2024/07/07 08:22
By:Cryptodnes

Russia's recent designation as a "high-income country" by the World Bank has sparked discussions about the role of Bitcoin (BTC) in this achievement.

The country’s economic advancement , driven by a significant 11.2% increase in Gross National Income (GNI) per capita over the past year, prompted its elevation from “upper middle income” status.

This growth was bolstered by a surge in military spending, alongside notable expansions in trade (+6.8%), the financial sector (+8.7%), and construction (+6.6%). These factors contributed to a 3.6% rise in real GDP and a 10.9% increase in nominal GDP.

Despite facing severe Western sanctions, Russia has emerged as the world’s fourth-largest economy by purchasing power parity, now aligning with leading Western nations like the United States and those in Western Europe that have sanctioned it over the Ukraine conflict.

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Meanwhile, Ukraine also experienced an economic upgrade, transitioning from a lower middle income to upper middle income status according to the World Bank.

Notably, amidst these sanctions, Russia has shown increasing interest in cryptocurrencies. Discussions among officials, including Russia’s Industry and Trade Minister Denis Manturov, indicate a forthcoming legalization of cryptocurrencies for payment purposes, with ongoing efforts to regulate them effectively.

Furthermore, Russia’s involvement in the BRICS group—comprising Brazil, India, China, and South Africa—underscores its pursuit of alternative currencies for international settlements, potentially challenging the dominance of the US Dollar. Bitcoin is emerging as a topic of interest within BRICS deliberations aimed at reducing reliance on traditional fiat currencies.

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