LND topic: finance-ministers page 1

finance ministers

Germany and Friends Team Up to Keep Factories Running

January 12, 2026

Germany is thinking about working with other countries to make sure factories get the stuff they need. The country's finance boss, Lars Klingbeil, said this before flying to the US for a quick trip. He'll be in Washington DC, chatting with finance leaders from seven big countries. They'll talk about

politics

Trade Tensions: Will G7 Finance Ministers Find Common Ground?

May 21, 2025

The G7 finance ministers are set to meet in a Canadian mountain resort. This gathering might be more tense than usual. Why? Because of the tariffs put in place by the U. S. president. These tariffs could slow down economic growth in many of the countries attending, including Canada. The U. S. presid

finance

Global Tax on the Super-Rich: A Step Towards a More Equitable World?

September 15, 2024

The world's richest nations have gathered in Rio de Janeiro to discuss a proposal to implement a global tax on individuals with over $1 billion in total assets. This 2% tax on the super-rich could generate $200 billion to $250 billion per year, funding essential public services like education, healt