She says, “America’s economic strength will continue to underpin global growth.“ Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen began the International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings with financial…
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Secretary Yellen To Meet with Chinese Counterpart
The financial leader seeks increased communication between the U.S. and China. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen will meet with her Chinese counterpart, He Lifeng, at the World…
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Treasury Secretary Congratulates New World Bank President
Secretary Yellen voices support for Ajay Banga’s ability to form climate policy. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen congratulated Ajay Banga last week after he was elected president…
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World Bank Freezes Afghanistan Aid
At issue is the legitimacy of Taliban rule. The World Bank suspended funding for dozens of projects in Afghanistan. The institution has committed around $5.3 billion for reconstruction…
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Secretary Yellen Calls for Global Corporate Tax
Goal is prevention of foreign tax havens. In her first major address as Secretary of the Treasury, Janet Yellen on Monday urged a global minimum tax on corporations…
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Sudan to Normalize Relations with Israel
Deal allows Sudan to receive money from the World Bank in the future. On Wednesday, Sudan announced that it had signed an agreement with the United States to…
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