United States Secretary of the Treasury since 2021
Yellen warns of more sanctions in response to Iran's increasing activity: “Treasury will not hesitate to work with our allies to use our sanctions authority ...
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Quick Glance: Yellen warns of further sanctions in response to Iran's increasing activities
- Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned of potential global economic damage from rising tensions in the Middle East and pledged that the U.S. and its allies won't hesitate to use their sanctions powers to address Iran's 'malign and destabilizing activity' in the region.
- The fast-rising tensions between Iran and Israel and the potential implications of escalation on the global economy are at the forefront of the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank.
- Yellen announced additional sanctions actions against Iran in the coming days and expressed support for liquidating roughly $300 billion in frozen Russian Central Bank assets for Ukraine's reconstruction.
- Another major focus of this year's meetings will be Chinese industrial policy, which Yellen believes poses a threat to U.S. jobs and the global economy. She plans to meet with Chinese counterparts to identify potential areas of cooperation and address concerns.
White House to announce new sanctions on Iran following Israel airstrike: White House will be imposing new sanctions on Iran, targeting Tehran’s missile and ...
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Janet Yellen: The internet is obsessed with what she eats in China: Ever since she ate mushrooms that can have psychedelic effects in Beijing last July ...
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Quick Glance: China and U.S. to Engage in Intensive Talks on Economic Balance
- US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced intensive talks with China to address America's competitive disadvantages.
- Both sides will engage in intensive discussions on balanced economic growth and initiate exchanges on combating money laundering.
- Yellen emphasized the importance of addressing American concerns regarding overcapacity in Chinese production.
- The meetings will be held under existing economic and financial working group frameworks to address balanced growth and money laundering.
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Would America dare to bring down a Chinese bank?: Janet Yellen promises sanctions for those supporting Vladimir Putin’s war
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US takes aim at financial institutions with new Russia sanctions authority: U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday will sign an executive order allowing Washington ...
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Habeck Wants to Pressure States Benefiting From Russia Sanctions
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Treasury’s Janet Yellen Visits Mexico as Part of Anti-Fentanyl Offensive: A U.S. strike force will target financial networks used by drug traffickers ...
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US warns China: helping Russia will have significant consequences for Chinese companies
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Quick Glance: Yellen Warns Chinese Firms Supporting Russia
- US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urges Chinese crackdown on businesses aiding Russia militarily.
- Companies must not support Russia's defense sector, or they will face 'significant consequences,' Yellen stressed.
- Chinese companies bypass Western sanctions by exporting 'dual-use' technologies.
- Russia heavily relies on Chinese support to finance and arm its war effort in Ukraine.
Binance Founder Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Charges as Company Hit with $4.3 Billion Fine
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Israel-Hamas Latest: Yellen Says US Is Not Ruling Out New Sanctions Against Iran: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the Biden administration hasn’t ruled ...
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Hezbollah Missiles Intensify Israel Conflict; Yellen Says More Iran Sanctions Possible - iShares Inc iSha
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'All options' on table as US readies fresh Iran sanctions after Israel attack
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Quick Glance: Iran's Oil Exports Thrive Amid Rising Tensions
- Iran is exporting more oil than in the past six years, providing the economy with a $35 billion annual boost, as western countries consider tightening sanctions in response to the attack on Israel.
- The US and the EU are preparing new sanctions on the Islamic republic to deter conflict escalation with Israel, facing challenges due to Iran's successful circumvention of sanctions, especially with China being its primary customer.
- Iran has found ways to bypass sanctions, shielded from western pressure as its main oil exports go to China. Tensions have escalated since the Hamas attack on Israel, driving oil prices up by over 15%, while US efforts to sanction individual tankers carrying Iranian oil have had minimal impact so far.
- Mounting Republican pressure urges the Biden administration to take tougher action on Iran's oil sales, with criticism over perceived leniency on existing measures. Despite US strategic oil reserves being released to stabilize prices, concerns remain over the administration's stance on enforcing sanctions similar to the previous Trump administration.
United States and China launch economic and financial working groups with aim of easing tensions
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Quick Glance: China's Economy: No Solution in Sight
- An increasingly autocratic government is making poor decisions.
- China experienced the most spectacular growth in history since rejoining the world economy in 1978.
- A chronic growth shortfall would be worse in China due to higher poverty levels.
- China was the only major economy to respond adequately to the global financial crisis of 2007-09 with stimulus.
Janet Yellen’s Trip to China: No Breakthroughs But 10 Hours of Talks: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, after 10 hours of meetings with Chinese officials ...
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Quick Glance: Janet Yellen: US-China Talks a 'Step Forward'
- US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen meets with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng.
- Talks on various issues, including climate change, were 'substantive and productive'.
- Yellen emphasizes the importance of a dynamic and healthy global economy that is open, free, and fair.
- The US will take action against China's 'unfair economic practices'.
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Yellen says US banks may tighten lending and negate need for more rate hikes: Some Fed officials have also said the US central bank should adopt a more cautious ...
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US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has voiced concern over the impact of the war in Ukraine on the global economy, stressing that the US will continue support ... Show more
Biden Sanctions on Iran, Russia May Lead to Higher Gas Prices for Voters: The US wants to tighten sanctions on Russia and Iran. Doing both at once would carry ...
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Yellen Confronts Russian Officials at G20 Meeting: In a private session, Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen said the Russians were “complicit in Putin’s ...
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Quick Glance: The United States Will Present a "Well Qualified Candidate" to Lead the World Bank: Janet Yellen
- Janet Yellen, the US Treasury Secretary, did not name any candidates. (File
- On Thursday, US Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen stated that her country intends to quickly nominate a well-qualified candidate to lead the World Bank.
- "We appreciate the opening of nominations by the World Bank Executive Board and we believe it is important that there be a transparent, merit-based and swift nomination process for the next World Bank President," Yellen said in response to a question at a press conference here.
USA extends sanctions against Russia supporters: The US wants to "hold Russia accountable" with new sanctions. These companies are new to the list.
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Quick Glance: USA imposes comprehensive sanctions on Russia for Ukraine war
- The USA has imposed extensive measures against Moscow for the war in Ukraine.
- The sanctions target Russia's future energy capabilities, sanctions evasion, and a suicide drone.
- The USA has also taken action against sanctions evasion in the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, and China.
- The State Department has imposed sanctions on multiple defense-related entities and procurement companies in the UAE.
Yellen warns China of 'serious consequences' in helping Russia skirt US sanctions
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Treasury Secretary Yellen taunts Russia over U.S.-led sanctions: "They are scavenging"
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Yellen, G7 urge more aid for Ukraine and adherence to Russia sanctions: Yellen took the lead in urging the IMF to pull together a loan programme for Ukraine ...
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Quick Glance: The United States reiterates its claim that China is considering sending Russia military assistance in the Ukraine conflict.
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated on Thursday his claim that Beijing is considering providing military support to Russia's "s war against Ukraine , a claim the Chinese government has refuted." which the Chinese government has denied.
- One of the main messages Blinken delivered to Beijing's top diplomat Wang Yi at last week's Munich Security Conference in Germany was concern that China might provide arms or other material for use against Ukraine.
- "It is the United States and not China that is endlessly shipping weapons to the battlefield," Wang said at a press conference on Monday.
- Taiwan is attempting to strengthen its defenses.
G20 tussles over Ukraine war as West steps up sanctions: Finance leaders of the world's top economies sought on Friday to bridge differences over how to deal ...
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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen believes inflation will be lower in 2023 | 60 Minutes
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Why Janet Yellen Is About To Become Even More Powerful: In 2014, Janet Yellen, then chair of the Federal Reserve, ranked No. 2 on the Forbes list of the World’s ...
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War Sanctions against Russia Highlight Growing Divisions among the Group of 20 Countries
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Western officials finalising plans to impose cap on Russian oil prices: Officials claimed that no price range had been chosen, but a source acquainted with the ...
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Sanctions against Russia could hurt the US dollar: Yellen: The dollar dominated global trade in January, and made up about 85% of trade finance ...
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Yellen says she discussed Russia sanctions in every stop on Africa tour: "We take very seriously the sanctions that we have placed on Russia.. ...
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Russia could profit from selling oil even with $60 price cap: Yellen: Russia has historically been willing to supply its crude in the $60 range ...
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US, Japan vow joint efforts on Ukraine, trade, food crisis: TOKYO (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Japan’s finance minister agreed Tuesday to ...
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Yellen to Call for ‘Constructive’ China Relationship: The Treasury secretary will strike a more conciliatory note in a speech Thursday, following months of ...
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Quick Glance: Yellen to Deliver Major Speech on US-China Economic Relations
- Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will deliver her most comprehensive speech on the US-China economic relationship since taking office this week, attempting to strike a balance between rivalry and confrontation while engaging Beijing on global challenges that demand cooperation.
- The remarks are slated for Thursday morning at Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies in Washington, ahead of Yellen's trip to Beijing in the coming months.
- US-China ties have recently deteriorated drastically, with each country increasingly considering the other as its top geopolitical and economic danger, despite new highs in bilateral commerce.
Crypto firms say US sanctions limit use of privacy software: WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department is facing pushback from the cryptocurrency industry over ...
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Yellen Takes Aim at Russian Sanctions Evasion at G-7 Gathering: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Washington intends to crack down on Russia’s ability to ...
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Russia announces personal sanctions of 61 top US officials: Relations between the US and Russia are streched currently particularly over Russian invasion of ...
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Yellen says any North Korean nuclear test would be very provocative: The United States has further sanctions it could adopt against North Korea, U.S ...
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Yellen believes sanctions on Russia could extend beyond Ukraine war's end - WSJ: (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said some sanctions on ...
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Yellen Warns Nations Staying Neutral in Russia’s War With Ukraine : The U.S. has cautioned China, India and others not to aid Moscow or undercut sanctions
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US looking to strengthen Iran sanctions after less than expected impact: Yellen: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Thursday the United States was looking ...
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Ajay Banga's Credentials Will Overcome World Bank Selection Criticism: US: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Saturday that she believes the strong ...
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World Bank Opens Nominations for Malpass Successor Thursday: The World Bank on Thursday will open a five-week period for nominations to succeed President David ...
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Ukraine war: Russia bans 61 more Americans as US media face visa, accreditation denial
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Yellen sends warning to countries 'indifferent' to Russian sanctions : US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen sent a warning Wednesday to countries that are ...
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Yellen faces bipartisan pressure to ramp up Russian sanctions after Bucha: The Biden administration is facing bipartisan pressure to tighten sanctions on Russia ...
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Yellen to visit South Korea, discuss sanctions on North -sources: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will visit South Korea next month for talks on rising ...
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G7 will seek to seize assets of key Russian elites -Yellen: The Group of Seven major economies will convene a task force to focus on freezing and seizing assets ...
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Yellen Sees High Gasoline Prices Persisting: Treasury secretary points to underlying strengths in U.S. economy, says ‘nothing to suggest’ recession is near
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Yellen Says Aim Is ‘Maximum Pain’ for Russia Without Hurting U.S.: The Treasury secretary told a House committee that the U.S. would continue finding ways to ...
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Roman Abramovich may be targeted in future US sanctions: Yellen: "I would hold open the possibility that ... he or other individuals could face sanctions in the ...
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Treasury Secretary Yellen, other finance leaders urge to boost fight against global food insecurity
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Quick Glance: Janet Yellen Faces Difficulties Maintaining Pressure on Russia While Addressing Global Consequences
- The Treasury Secretary intends to avoid meeting with Russian officials this week while dealing with countries that have not joined the sanctions.
- In a speech on Wednesday, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urged countries against keeping tight economic relations with Russia.
- She also advised China not to lend Russia assistance in its invasion of Ukraine.
- The International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings in Washington this week will be dominated by Russia's war in Ukraine, as well as the sanctions campaign undertaken in response by the United States and its allies.
Treasury secretary predicts whole year of 'very uncomfortably high' inflation | TheHill
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US to provide $500 million more in financial aid to Ukraine: The United States will provide an additional $500 million in financial assistance to Ukraine to help ...
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Yellen says U.S. will address potential gaps in Russia sanctions: The United States will address potential gaps in tough sanctions imposed on Russia over its ...
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Lawmakers, Yellen mull freezing Russian gold reserves: A bipartisan group of senators is working with the Treasury Department to prevent Russia from liquidating ...
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Head of U.S. Treasury Department says sanctions against Russia should remain in force even after war in Ukraine
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Have U.S. Crypto Sanctions Gone Too Far?: The Treasury Department blacklisted an anonymizing service for transactions because of its ties to North Korea ...
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What could go wrong with Biden's booming economy? Here are the big risks.: The Fed's campaign to raise interest rates — designed to reduce spending and ...
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Treasury Secretary Yellen says the U.S. is ‘unlikely’ to let Moscow continue making debt payments, forcing Russia into default
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US would use sanctions if China invades Taiwan: Treasury Secretary Yellen: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the Biden administration would be prepared to use ...
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Yellen meets Japan's top central banker amid growing global economic challenges: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen met with Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko ...
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Any North Korea Nuclear Test Would Be "Very Provocative", US Warns: The United States has further sanctions it could adopt against North Korea, U.S ...
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US Treasury Secretary Yellen to visit Japan on July 12-13 - The Mainichi: NEW YORK (Kyodo) -- U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will make a two-day visit to ...
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Live news updates: Greece says it has seized Russian oil tanker under EU sanctions rules
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Watch Now: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is warning that countries that undermine the sanctions the United States and its allies have imposed on Russia ... Show more
Yellen says billionaire tax died but Biden bill still gets wealthy Americans to pay 'fair share'
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US slaps sanctions on elite Saudi unit over Khashoggi murder: The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on an elite Saudi unit as well as a former ...
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