Saudi Arabia Withdraws from China-Led mBridge Digital Currency Platform After Proof of Concept
Saudi Arabia has withdrawn from mBridge, a China-led cross-border digital currency platform, after completing its proof-of-concept phase in May 2025. The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) stated the exit was part of its original plan and not necessarily due to US pressure. mBridge, developed with China, Hong Kong, Thailand, the UAE, and the Bank for International Settlements, aims to facilitate direct cross-border payments using central bank digital currencies, potentially reducing reliance on the US dollar and lowering transaction costs.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 47/100.
Outlets measured: timesnow, moneycontrol, businessstandard. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 20 Sept, 06:37 am. Other outlets followed.