Why Washington Fears Brazil's Payment System
The Brazilian "Pix" system is a national payment platform launched by the Central Bank of Brazil in 2020. By June 2026, it accounted for approximately 86% of the country's population, with monthly transactions exceeding 3.6 trillion Brazilian reais (about $700 billion). "Pix" is considered more than just a payment method; it symbolizes Brazil's digital sovereignty in the financial sector and poses a challenge to American companies like Visa and Mastercard. This comes amid tensions with the United States, which has imposed additional tariffs on Brazilian goods as a pressure tactic to reduce consumer reliance on American payment networks and to strengthen Brazil’s sovereignty. This effort is part of a broader struggle over control of data and the global financial system, aiming to reduce dependence on the SWIFT network and the dollar. Additionally, Brazil is seeking to develop financial partnerships with BRICS and ASEAN countries, reaffirming its independence from U.S. economic policies. This aligns with a global shift toward multi-polar payment systems that reflect the declining influence of the dollar in international finance.
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