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Recent News About Janet Yellen
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced that the United States and Taiwan will commence negotiations on a comprehensive tax agreement to address double taxation issues.
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released its first National Strategy for Financial Inclusion, aiming to enhance consumer access to financial products and services while bolstering financial security.
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released its estimates for privately-held net marketable borrowing for the upcoming quarters.
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Yesterday, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen held a meeting with Treasurer Jim Chalmers of Australia during the 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
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Yesterday, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen held a meeting with Japan's Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato during the 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
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Today, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen held a meeting with Canadian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland.
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Minister Antoine Armand of France and U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen are set to meet to discuss a range of economic issues.
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Yesterday, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen held a meeting with Germany’s Minister of Finance Christian Lindner.
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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has completed its fourth round of mutual evaluations during its first plenary under the Mexican presidency.
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Today, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen held a meeting with Türkiye's Minister of Finance Mehmet Şimşek and Central Bank Governor Fatih Karahan.
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The United States and Australia recently co-hosted a roundtable discussion as part of the Pacific Banking Forum to tackle issues related to de-risking and the decline of correspondent banking relationships in the Pacific region.
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS have released final rules for the Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit, part of Section 45X of the Internal Revenue Code. This initiative is aimed at fostering growth in U.S. clean energy manufacturing under President Biden and Vice President Harris' Investing in America Agenda.
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Mirghani Idris Suleiman, the Director General of Sudan's Defense Industries System (DIS), under Executive Order 14098. Suleiman is accused of leading efforts by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) to procure weapons amid their ongoing conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). OFAC previously designated DIS on June 1, 2023, for actions threatening Sudan's peace and stability.
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Today, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen engaged in a meeting with Saudi Arabia's Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan. During the discussion, Secretary Yellen emphasized the enduring and cooperative relationship between the U.S. Treasury and Saudi Arabia. The dialogue included an assessment of Saudi Arabia's economic prospects as well as its plans for reform and development.
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Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the United States has collaborated with global partners to counteract Putin's aggression. Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen, speaking alongside Ukrainian Finance Minister Sergii Marchenko, emphasized that the coalition will not retreat and is committed to supporting Ukraine.
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced that 48 organizations will receive $246.4 million to support the development of affordable housing and community facilities aimed at low-income families and communities in need of investment. The funding is part of the fiscal year 2024 round of the Capital Magnet Fund (CMF) awards.
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Tim thanked Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen for her leadership at the Institute of International Finance (IIF) Annual Membership Meeting, where she was honored with the Distinguished Leadership and Service Award. Yellen expressed gratitude to IIF members for their contributions to key policy issues.
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Two years ago, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen called for the evolution of multilateral development banks (MDBs) at the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank. This year, she reaffirmed her commitment to this initiative alongside President Banga, Lord Malloch-Brown, and Minister Musokotwane.
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Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen addressed a press conference ahead of the 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, reflecting on the progress made since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. She noted that three years ago, many meetings were virtual due to ongoing supply chain disruptions and new virus variants affecting global economic growth projections.
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury, in conjunction with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), has issued final regulations for the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (CHIPS ITC) under the Biden-Harris Administration’s CHIPS and Science Act. This initiative aims to boost semiconductor manufacturing in the United States by revitalizing domestic supply chains, creating jobs, and fostering innovation.