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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen’s Meeting
with Finance Ministers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand,
and the United Kingdom
January 9, 2023

WASHINGTON – U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen chaired a meeting of the “Five Finance
Ministers” which includes Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. The
ministers shared perspectives on global economic challenges and reflected on the distinct
challenges stemming from Russia’s illegal and unprovoked war against Ukraine. The ministers
also discussed the need for cooperation to respond to the threat and use of economic coercion.
Secretary Yellen underscored the importance of close collaboration among partners and allies
to secure our economies and develop greater resilience against global supply chain disruptions
caused by Russia’s war, the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and other factors. The
ministers look forward to future engagements and reaffirmed their commitment to deepen
cooperation to further shared priorities in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.