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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen’s Meeting
with Eurogroup Finance Ministers
October 14, 2022

WASHINGTON — Today, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen met with the Eurogroup and
other European Union Finance Ministers. At the invitation of Eurogroup President and Ireland
Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe, Secretary Yellen shared her views on the transatlantic
macroeconomic outlook. She discussed the economic impact of Russiaʼs war against Ukraine
and weaponization of energy. The Secretary also stressed the importance of the price cap on
Russian oil to stabilize energy markets and reduce revenues to Russia, highlighted the
necessity of accelerating economic assistance to Ukraine, and encouraged continued
progress on international tax reform. Throughout, Secretary Yellen emphasized her
appreciation for Europeʼs partnership with the United States on these joint priorities.
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