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Monetary Sovereignty

Definition

Monetary sovereignty refers to a nation-state’s exclusive authority to control its currency, monetary policy, and financial system. This includes the power to issue legal tender, regulate interest rates, and manage the money supply. In the digital age, discussions around monetary sovereignty often consider the impact of cryptocurrencies and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) on national control over financial affairs. It represents a fundamental aspect of economic independence for governments.