Earlier today, St. Patrick’s Day, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen spoke with Irish Finance Minister and Eurogroup President Paschal Donohoe. Secretary Yellen emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Irish relationship and the transatlantic partnership. She conveyed the United States’ intention to deepen cooperation with Ireland and the European Union on key policy challenges, including ending the pandemic, supporting a strong global economic recovery, addressing income inequality, and tackling climate change. The Secretary committed to re-engage actively in the ongoing OECD discussions on international taxation to forge a strong international accord and welcomed the Eurogroup’s efforts to bolster the resilience of Europe’s economic and monetary union.
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