European Leaders Urge US Cooperation Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

4 articles · Updated · POLITICO Europe · Apr 18

European finance officials sought to engage the US on key economic challenges during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington.
Banque de France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau stressed the need for transatlantic cooperation, warning that Europe and America will 'either win together or fall together.'
Amid global uncertainty, officials highlighted the importance of predictability and coordination, particularly in trade, innovation, and financial stability, to address shared risks.

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