HANOI – U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen and State Bank of Vietnam Governor Nguyen Thi Hong today released a joint statement following their meeting during Secretary Yellen’s visit to Hanoi: “The U.S. Department of the Treasury (U.S. Treasury) and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) recognize that we have a significant opportunity […]
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READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen’s Meeting with National Assembly of Vietnam President Vuong Dinh Hue
HANOI – Today, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen met with National Assembly of Vietnam President Vuong Dinh Hue to discuss strengthening our bilateral economic relationship. Secretary Yellen expressed satisfaction with Vietnam’s progress on currency issues and conveyed her support for the advancement of Vietnam’s Just Energy Transition Partnership. Secretary Yellen and President […]
Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen at Bilateral Meeting with Minister of Finance of Vietnam Ho Duc Phuc
As Prepared for Delivery Thank you, Minister Phoc, for hosting me today. It’s a pleasure to meet you for the first time and to be in Vietnam. The United States considers Vietnam a key partner in the Indo-Pacific. I place considerable priority on further strengthening our bilateral economic relationship. In particular, we seek to deepen the already […]
Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen at Foreign Trade University in Hanoi, Vietnam
As Prepared for Delivery Thank you for that kind introduction. President Tuan, I’m grateful to you for having me at the Foreign Trade University. I would also like to thank Governor Hong for welcoming me on my first trip to Vietnam as Treasury Secretary. I’m delighted to be here with so many female leaders – including the […]
Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen on Economic Resilience in Hanoi, Vietnam
As Prepared for Delivery Thank you for that kind introduction. I’m thrilled to be in Hanoi for my first visit to Vietnam as Treasury Secretary. And I’m thankful to the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council and the companies here for your warm welcome. In 1995, the United States and Vietnam normalized our diplomatic relations. In the 28 […]
Acting Comptroller Discusses Delivering Financial Education and Banking Services in Indian Country
WASHINGTON—Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu today discussed the role of national banks and federal savings associations in delivering capital and other financial services to support economic development, housing, and other needs in Indian Country in remarks prepared for delivery at the Financial Literacy and Education Commission meeting. In his remarks, Mr. Hsu […]
OCC Hosts Risk Governance and Capital Markets Workshops in Cincinnati
WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) will host two workshops August 8-9 in Cincinnati for directors, senior management, and other key executives of national community banks and federal savings associations. The Risk Governance: Improving Effectiveness workshop on August 8 combines lectures, discussion, and exercises to provide practical information for participants to effectively […]
Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen at Bilateral Meeting with Prime Minister of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh
As Prepared for Delivery Prime Minister Chinh, thank you for hosting me today. I’m glad we are able to meet here in Hanoi again after we first met in person during your visit to Washington, D.C. last year. I am pleased to visit you during the 10th anniversary of our Comprehensive Partnership. In the 28 […]
Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen at Selex Motors in Hanoi, Vietnam
As Prepared for Delivery Thank you to Selex for hosting me today. This facility – and the electric vehicles and batteries you produce – are tremendously impressive. It speaks to something that has struck me each time I’ve had the chance to visit Vietnam: The immense economic dynamism and entrepreneurial spirit of the Vietnamese people. […]
Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen Ahead at Lunch with Women Economists and Entrepreneurs in Hanoi, Vietnam
As Prepared for Delivery It’s great to see all of you. Thank you for joining me for lunch. I am in Hanoi to emphasize the importance the United States places on strengthening our economic partnership with Vietnam. Since the start of our official ties in 1995, the U.S.-Vietnam relationship has broadened and deepened. Bilateral trade […]