Why do countries keep gold reserves?
When it comes to international finance, gold has long maintained its allure as a symbol of wealth. Despite the creation of modern currencies and the more recent rise of digital transactions, countries around the globe continue to stockpile this precious metal. But why do nations hold on to vast amounts of gold?
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