US Treasury Secretary Bessent has urged the World Bank to cease its support for China, emphasizing that securing critical mineral supply chains is a priority for the United States. During his remarks, Bessent also called on the World Bank to finance reliable energy sources and proposed the elimination of the 45% climate co-benefits financing target.
These statements were made in the context of ongoing discussions about international energy and resource management. Bessent"s comments highlight a shift in U.S. policy regarding financial support for China, reflecting broader concerns about supply chain security and energy reliability.
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