Russia & India Settle $4 Billion Trade in Rupee, Ditch US Dollar
In a multipolar world where US dollar dominance continues to be challenged, the rise of local currency narratives is gaining steady momentum. These currencies are sharp, robust, and equally capable of driving the USD off the rails, threatening its global reputation. In a bid to kickstart the USD derailment, Russia and India have settled a weapons deal worth $4 billion in local currencies, challenging the USD’s supremacy. Also Read: The US Dollar Continues To Lose Strength Against Alternative Assets Trade Settled in Rupee Between India & Russia Source: Freepik.com Per recent reports, an array of Russia n companies have purchased robust arms and defense equipment worth $4 billion from India . The deal struck between India and Russia was later settled in India n Rupee s rather than using the traditional US dollar. The purchase was made over six to eight months via a concept called Rupee Vostro accounts. A Vostro account simply refers to an account that a domest