Tag: us_treasury
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OFAC Updates Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List
OFAC has updated its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons list. The U.S. Department of the Treasury advises the public to check its website for the latest version and details on today's changes, recommending periodic visits for future updates.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomy OFACSpecially Designated NationalsSDNBlocked PersonsU.S. Department of the TreasurySanctionsGovernmentUS Treasury
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Meets with Insurance Commissioners on Private Credit
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent convened with state insurance commissioners and the NAIC to discuss the U.S. life insurance sector, focusing on private credit markets, offshore reserves, and the need for balanced regulation that manages risk while encouraging innovation.
Business and FinanceInsuranceScott BessentU.S. Department of the TreasuryNAICPrivate CreditRegulatory PolicyUS Treasury
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions Iraqi Oil Official and Militia Leaders Over Iran Terror Funding
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned Iraq's Deputy Minister of Oil and three militia leaders for diverting oil revenues to Iran. The move is part of a broader campaign to disrupt funding for Iran-backed terrorist activities against U.S. interests.
Politics and GovernmentConflictBusinessIraqIranFederal GovernmentMiddle EastEconomyMilitaryLegalEnergy U.S. Department of the TreasuryAli Maarij Al-BahadlyScott BessentTerrorismOil and GasUS Treasury
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U.S. Treasury to Offer $125 Billion in Securities for Quarterly Refunding
The U.S. Treasury will auction $125 billion in notes and bonds to refund maturing securities and raise $41.7 billion in new cash, while maintaining current nominal coupon auction sizes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyBankingFinancial Markets Business and FinanceU.S. Department of the TreasuryGovernment BondsBrian SmithDebt ManagementSecurities AuctionUS Treasury
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U.S. Treasury Announces Marketable Borrowing Estimates for Second and Third Quarters of 2026
The U.S. Department of the Treasury projects $189 billion in net marketable borrowing for the April-June 2026 quarter and $671 billion for the July-September quarter, adjusting previous estimates due to shifting cash flows.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial Markets U.S. Department of the TreasuryMarketable BorrowingNational DebtBusiness and FinanceGovernment FinanceSOMAUS Treasury
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US and Croatia Sign Protocol to Income Tax Treaty
US and Croatia amend income tax treaty with a new protocol, aiming for greater certainty in investments and alignment with current U.S. tax laws. The agreement moves to the U.S. Senate for ratification.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorld Tax TreatyCroatiaProtocolDubrovnikThree Seas InitiativeTax PolicyUS Treasury
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EU-U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory Forum Concludes in Washington
The EU-U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory Forum, co-chaired by the U.S. Treasury and the European Commission, convened in Washington, D.C., focusing on digital finance, banking regulation, and capital markets.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsBankingTradeEconomyEurope EU-U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory ForumFinancial RegulationDigital FinanceBanking RegulationCapital MarketsFATCAG20US Treasury
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Treasury Sanctions Maduro Regime Insiders and Sanctions Evaders in Venezuela's Oil Sector
The U.S. Department of the Treasury targets Nicolas Maduro's regime in Venezuela, sanctioning individuals and entities involved in drug trafficking, corruption, and oil sector evasion, reversing a previous deal.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldWhite HouseFederal GovernmentTradeFinancial MarketsLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalAsiaPanama U.S. Department of the TreasuryVenezuelaNicolas MaduroSanctionsOil SectorDrug TraffickingOFACUS Treasury
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Meets with Israeli Minister Smotrich
Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich to reinforce the strong relationship between the United States and Israel. Bessent lauded Smotrich’s leadership and encouraged embracing President Trump’s peace deal.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMiddle EastFederal GovernmentWhite House Scott BessentBezalel SmotrichIsraelAbraham Accordspeace dealDiplomacyUS Treasury
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U.S. and Greece Discuss Trade and Security
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis to discuss strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties, as well as cooperation on critical national security matters.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldTradeFinancial MarketsNational SecurityEurope Scott BessentKyriakos PierrakakisGreeceInvestmentUS Treasury
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US Treasury Secretary Meets with German Vice Chancellor
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with German Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil to discuss trade, international tax issues and security cooperation regarding Ukraine.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldGermanyEuropeTradeFederal GovernmentWhite House Scott BessentLars KlingbeilUkraineInternational TaxUS Treasury
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U.S. Treasury Targets Cocaine Trafficking Network in Guyana
The U.S. Treasury Department has announced sanctions against a network trafficking cocaine from Guyana to the U.S. and Europe, aiming to disrupt illicit drug flows.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldLaw EnforcementMiddle EastAsiaEuropeEconomyTradeMilitaryFinancial Markets Treasury DepartmentGuyanacocainedrug traffickingsanctionsUS Treasury
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U.S. and Japan Discuss Trade and Economic Cooperation
U.S. Treasury and Commerce Secretaries meet with Japan's Economic Revitalization Minister to discuss fair trade, investment, economic security, and strengthen bilateral ties.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldTradeFederal GovernmentAsiaEconomy Scott BessentHoward LutnickRyosei AkazawaJapanEconomic CooperationUS Treasury
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Jonathan McKernan Nominated for Undersecretary of Domestic Finance
Jonathan McKernan nominated as Undersecretary of Domestic Finance. McKernan, previously awaiting confirmation to lead the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection, will advance the President's America First agenda.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomy Jonathan McKernanScott BessentTreasury DepartmentUndersecretary of Domestic FinancePresident TrumpFederal Deposit Insurance CorporationFederal Housing Finance AgencyUS Treasury
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Meets with Bahamas Prime Minister
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis to discuss the strong bilateral relationship and the Bahamas’ financial growth plans.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEconomyTradeFederal Government Scott BessentPhilip DavisBahamasfinancial sectorfiscal consolidationGovernment FinancesUS Treasury
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US and Ukraine Establish Reconstruction Investment Fund
The United States and Ukraine have signed an agreement to establish a Reconstruction Investment Fund, aiming to boost Ukraine's economic recovery. The partnership seeks to leverage resources from both countries.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessUkraineGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeEconomy Treasury DepartmentScott BessentDonald J. TrumpU.S. International Development Finance CorporationInvestment FundUS Treasury
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US and EU Review Insurance and Reinsurance Agreement
US and EU hold seventh Joint Committee meeting in Washington, reaffirming the importance of the 2017 agreement on insurance and reinsurance prudential measures, and agreeing that it is functioning well.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEuropeTradeFinancial Markets European UnionJoint CommitteeInsuranceReinsuranceTrade AgreementEuropean CommissionUS Treasury