WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - Finance chiefs of the Group of Seven nations on Thursday said it was urgent to limit the cost to the global economy of an enduring Middle East war and "reaffirmed the
G7 Finance Chiefs Urge Limiting Middle East War’s Impact on Global Economy
Key Discussions at G7 Finance Meeting
Urgency to Limit Economic Impact of Middle East Conflict
WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - Finance chiefs of the Group of Seven nations on Thursday said it was urgent to limit the cost to the global economy of an enduring Middle East war and "reaffirmed the pressing need to move toward a lasting peace."
Main Topics Addressed During the Meetings
Focus on the Middle East War
The war was among three key topics of discussion among the finance ministers and central bank governors on the sidelines of the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group that are underway in Washington.
Securing Critical Mineral Supply Chains
They also discussed securing supply chains for critical minerals and supporting Ukraine in the face of continuing Russian aggression, according to a statement issued by the finance ministry of France, which holds this year's G7 presidency.
Support for Ukraine Amid Russian Aggression
(Reporting by Dan Burns and Jan Strupczewski; Editing by Paul Simao)
