The Treasury secretary said she called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to reduce barriers to commerce for Palestinians.
Author: ALAN RAPPEPORT
U.S. Imposes Major New Sanctions on Russia, Targeting Finance and Defense
The Biden administration, responding to the death of Aleksei A. Navalny, unveiled its largest sanctions package to date as the war in Ukraine enters its third year.
U.S. to Hit Russia With Sanctions on Over 500 Targets
A package of economic restrictions to be rolled out on Friday will be the largest since Russia invaded Ukraine two years ago.
Top U.S. Treasury Officials to Visit Beijing for Economic Talks
A meeting of the new economic working group comes as the U.S. and China are trying to prevent any escalation of hostilities.
Global Economy Is Heading Toward ‘Soft Landing,’ I.M.F. Says
The International Monetary Fund upgraded its growth forecasts and offered a more optimistic outlook for the world economy.
World Bank Warns of Energy Price Surge if Mideast War Spreads
A new economic report predicted a year of weak growth and said the world faced a decade of “wasted opportunity.”
U.S. to Clamp Down on Financial Firms That Help Russia Buy Military Supplies
President Biden signed an executive order granting the Treasury Department broader powers to curb the flow of weapons components.
G7 Tightens Enforcement of Oil Price Cap Amid Widespread Russian Evasion
The Treasury Department announced new sanctions on oil shippers and traders that have been helping Russia circumvent price restrictions.
World Bank Warns Record Debt Burdens Haunt Developing Economies
Surging interest rates and waning financing options threaten a “lost decade” for poor countries.
Janet Yellen, U.S. Treasury Secretary, Will Meet With Chinese Counterpart
The high-level meetings in San Francisco will lay the groundwork for talks between President Biden and China’s top leader, Xi Jinping.