Robert Triffin
Robert Triffin was a Belgian economist best known for his work on international monetary systems and the 'Triffin Dilemma,' which articulates the conflict between national interests and global monetary stability. His insights into the limitations of the Bretton Woods system, particularly the need for the U.S. to run trade deficits to supply the world with dollars, have had a lasting impact on economic policy and discussions about currency reserves.
Born on Mar 05, 1911 (114 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 28,173 | $1,700,000 | 1,260$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,734 | $700,000 | 626$ |
| Totals | 2 | 46,659,860 | 35,907 | $2,400,000 | 1,886$ |
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Switzerland:
Robert Triffin was a Belgian economist who predicted the collapse of the international monetary system.
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Canada:
Robert Triffin predicted the phenomenon of a country whose currency is used as a global reserve tending to have systemic trade deficits.
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Vietnam:
Robert Triffin is known for identifying the Triffin dilemma in monetary policy.
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Switzerland:
Robert Triffin pointed out a dilemma regarding the dollar's credibility.
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