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Scott Bessent

Scott Bessent
Scott Bessent is a prominent figure in American finance and currently serves as the US Treasury Secretary, a role he assumed in January 2025. His responsibilities include maintaining a robust economy, fostering growth, managing government finances and addressing global economic threats. Previously, Bessent was Chief Investment Officer at Soros Fund Management, where he achieved significant returns, notably during the 1992 British Pound crisis. He also founded Key Square Group, a global macro investment firm. With four decades in global investment, his expertise spans currency markets and macroeconomic trends, making him a key advisor on international trade and economic policy.
Chinese Finance Minister Lan Foan delivering opening remarks at the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting in Hong Kong on Tuesday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Chinese Finance Minister Lan Foan delivering opening remarks at the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting in Hong Kong on Tuesday. Photo: Dickson Lee
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China stresses supply chain stability, AI progress at Apec finance meeting

The Apec event in Hong Kong is a precursor to the leaders’ summit scheduled for Shenzhen on November 18 and 19.

Exclusive | US-China negotiators race to nail down concrete deals as Shenzhen Apec looms

Exclusive | Hong Kong Apec meet to showcase ‘China’s voice’ in stability, treasury chief says

Finance chiefs will see China’s contribution to regional stability and Hong Kong’s value during October 20-21 meeting, Christopher Hui says.

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Why the IMF is worried about a global debt squeeze as bond yields climb

Higher bond yields raise debt-servicing costs and increase fiscal pressure across advanced and emerging economies, global lender says.

An attendee at the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok. Photo: Reuters
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