Grim -  this has huge ramifications.  China , the largest oil importer in the world, will now bypass the U.S dollar & will deal with their yuan, backed by gold!  A real game changer.   Will further hurt the U.S. dollar & aid gold demand.

North Korea's large nuclear bomb test will also increase tensions & anxiety.   Buildings in Russia also damaged by resulting earthquake -  not a smart move here.   What's next?