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IMF:Top 10 Blogs of 2021 Show Breadth of Global Policy Challenges

 

Dear maria, We just published a new blog—please find the full text below.  Top 10 Blogs of 2021 Show Breadth of Global Policy Challenges (Photo: Cory Hancock/IMF Photos) By IMFBlog The arc of 2021, from tentative recovery to resurgent uncertainty, may feel like more of a circle for many around the world who are understandably weary of the pandemic and eager for a return to normal. But to monetary and fiscal policymakers—who could be forgiven for also feeling weary amid prolonged crisis—the year ended in a much different place, as many prepare to unwind unprecedented support. That normalization process will demand clear communications despite facing many unknowns. Interest in such policy challenges is reflected among our most-read 2021 blogs, with readers seeking insight on the widening gaps in the global economic recovery as well as diverging vaccination prospects. Other issues related to heightened policy challenges and economic uncertainty drew greater audience attention, including soaring inflation and how the hard-won credibility of central banks can contain it. Amid these hard questions, rapid innovation in digital money caught our readers’ interest on what crypto and other new technologies may mean for financial stability. As we begin our work to help the world better understand global economic and monetary policy for 2022, here’s one last look back at the year that was, starting with a July blog by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva that ranked as the most-read post in a busy year of risk and rebound and recovery. 1. Urgent Action Needed to Address a Worsening ‘Two-Track’ Recovery, by Kristalina Georgieva 2. A Proposal to End the COVID-19 Pandemic, by Kristalina Georgieva, Gita Gopinath, and Ruchir Agarwal 3. The Evidence Is in on Negative Interest Rate Policies, by Luis Brandao-Marques and Gaston Gelos 4. Structural Factors and Central Bank Credibility Limit Inflation Risks, by Gita Gopinath 5. Four Facts about Soaring Consumer Food Prices, by Christian Bogmans, Andrea Pescatori, and Ervin Prifti 6. Cryptoassets as National Currency? A Step Too Far, by Tobias Adrian and Rhoda Weeks-Brown 7. Legally Speaking, is Digital Money Really Money? by Catalina Margulis and Arthur Rossi 8. Crypto Boom Poses New Challenges to Financial Stability, by Dimitris Drakopoulos, Fabio Natalucci, and Evan Papageorgiou 9. A Future With High Public Debt: Low-for-Long Is Not Low Forever, by Marcos Chamon and Jonathan D. Ostry 10. Drawing Further Apart: Widening Gaps in the Global Recovery, by Gita Gopinath Honorable mention: Global Crypto Regulation Should be Comprehensive, Consistent, and Coordinated, by Tobias Adrian, Dong He, and Aditya Narain Jeff Kearns Managing Editor IMF Blog jkearns@IMF.org     Thank you again for your interest in IMF Blog. Read more of our latest content here. Take good care!

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with ...

 

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President-elect Gabriel Boric of Chile

December 22, 2021
Ottawa, Ontario

Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President-elect of Chile, Gabriel Boric, to congratulate him on his election win and a successful democratic process in Chile.

As we mark the 80th anniversary of Canada-Chile diplomatic relations, the Prime Minister and President-elect discussed the close friendship and ongoing collaboration between their two countries, both within the Americas and globally. The two leaders also highlighted their strong and shared commitment to the promotion of social inclusion, feminist policies, gender equality, democracy, and human rights.

The two leaders looked forward to working together on shared priorities, such as further advancing Canada-Chile trade and investment relations; continuing to advance ambitious climate action, including on increasing global adoption of pollution pricing; and promoting democracy and human rights. They agreed to work together to promote stability in Venezuela.

The Prime Minister and President-elect recognized the importance of like-minded, progressive countries working together to address global challenges, as well as the opportunity to deepen bilateral cooperation for the benefit of the people of Canada and Chile. As such, they agreed to meet at the earliest opportunity.

Associated links

• Canada-Chile Relations
• Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement
• Canada-Chile Agreement on Environmental Cooperation
• Canada’s international vaccine donations
• Canada and the Venezuela crisis

Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau s’entretient avec le président élu du Chili, Gabriel Boric

Le 22 décembre 2021
Ottawa (Ontario)

Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Justin Trudeau s’est entretenu avec le président élu du Chili, Gabriel Boric, pour le féliciter de sa victoire électorale et de la réussite du processus démocratique au Chili.

Au moment où nous marquons le 80^e anniversaire des relations diplomatiques entre le Canada et le Chili, le premier ministre et le président élu ont discuté de la proche amitié et de la collaboration constante entre nos deux pays, au sein des Amériques comme à l’échelle mondiale. Les deux dirigeants ont également souligné leur engagement ferme et commun à promouvoir l’inclusion sociale, les politiques féministes, l’égalité des sexes, la démocratie et les droits de la personne.

Les deux dirigeants se sont dits impatients de travailler ensemble pour donner suite à des priorités communes, comme resserrer les relations commerciales et d’investissement entre le Canada et le Chili, continuer de mettre en avant des mesures ambitieuses pour le climat, notamment en favorisant le recours à la tarification de la pollution à l’échelle mondiale, et promouvoir la démocratie et les droits de la personne. Ils ont convenu de travailler ensemble en vue de promouvoir la stabilité au Venezuela.

Le premier ministre et le président élu ont reconnu l’importance pour les pays progressistes aux vues similaires de travailler ensemble afin de relever les défis mondiaux, et se sont réjouis de l’occasion d’approfondir la coopération bilatérale pour le bien de la population du Canada et du Chili. Ils ont donc convenu de se rencontrer dès que possible.

Liens connexes

• Relations Canada-Chili
• Accord de libre-échange Canada-Chili
• Accord de coopération dans le domaine de l’environnement entre le Canada et le Chili
• Les dons internationaux de vaccins du Canada
• Le Canada et la crise au Venezuela

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany

December 22, 2021
Ottawa, Ontario

Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, to offer his congratulations on the successful formation of a new government and on his appointment as Chancellor.

The two leaders reaffirmed the deep relationship and ongoing collaboration between Canada and Germany, based on common values, interests, and priorities.

Prime Minister Trudeau and Chancellor Scholz discussed their shared concerns about Russia’s aggressive and destabilizing actions in and around Ukraine. The leaders agreed on the importance of continued coordination and engagement between allies and partners, including in the context of NATO and the G7. Prime Minister Trudeau expressed the imperative for Russia to de-escalate the situation, and reaffirmed Canada’s steadfast support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.

The two leaders further agreed that Canada, Germany, and other likeminded countries must cooperate and coordinate their efforts to address current global challenges, including countering authoritarian and destabilizing forces through the promotion of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. The Prime Minister indicated that he was ready to support Germany’s G7 Presidency in 2022 in addressing issues of common interest and concern.

Prime Minister Trudeau emphasized that he looked forward to working closely with Chancellor Scholz to ensure ongoing prosperity for people in both countries.

Associated links

• Canada-Germany relations
• Statement by the Prime Minister on the formation of a new government in Germany
• G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on Russia and Ukraine

Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau s’entretient avec le chancelier d’Allemagne, Olaf Scholz

Le 22 décembre 2021
Ottawa (Ontario)

Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Justin Trudeau s’est entretenu avec le chancelier d’Allemagne, Olaf Scholz. Il l’a félicité pour la formation réussie d’un nouveau gouvernement et pour sa nomination au poste de chancelier.

Les deux dirigeants ont réaffirmé la relation étroite et la collaboration continue entre le Canada et l’Allemagne, qui reposent sur des valeurs, des priorités et des intérêts communs.

Le premier ministre Trudeau et le chancelier Scholz ont discuté de leurs préoccupations communes concernant les actions agressives et déstabilisantes de la Russie en Ukraine et autour du pays. Les deux dirigeants ont convenu de l’importance d’une coordination et d’un engagement continus entre alliés et partenaires, notamment au sein de l’OTAN et du G7. Le premier ministre Trudeau a indiqué qu’il est impératif que la Russie désamorce la situation, et il a réaffirmé le soutien indéfectible du Canada à la souveraineté et à l’intégrité territoriale de l’Ukraine.

Les deux dirigeants ont également convenu que le Canada, l’Allemagne et d’autres pays aux vues similaires doivent coopérer et coordonner leurs efforts pour relever les défis mondiaux actuels, notamment afin de contrer les régimes autoritaires et les forces déstabilisatrices par la promotion de la démocratie, des droits de la personne et de la primauté du droit. Le premier ministre a indiqué qu’il était prêt à aider l’Allemagne à aborder des enjeux d’intérêt commun alors que celle-ci assurera la présidence du G7 en 2022.

Le premier ministre Trudeau s’est dit impatient de travailler en étroite collaboration avec le chancelier Scholz afin d’assurer la prospérité continue des populations des deux pays.

Liens connexes

• Relations Canada-Allemagne
• Déclaration du premier ministre concernant la formation d’un nouveau gouvernement en Allemagne
• Déclaration des ministres des Affaires étrangères du G7 sur la Russie et l’Ukraine

Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau,update

 

Upcoming TTB Outreach Activities

December 23, 2021

Hand Sanitizer Guidance to Expire December 31, 2021 Due to the withdrawal of the Food and Drug Administration’s temporary guidance related to the manufacture of hand sanitizer and denatured alcohol for use in hand sanitizer, we will not renew the authorizations provided in TTB G 2020-1D beyond December 31, 2021. Industry members therefore must cease production under this TTB guidance by December 31, 2021. Beverage distilled spirits plants must remove from their bonded premises any alcohol intended for industrial use, and alcohol fuel plants must remove from their bonded premises any alcohol intended for non-fuel use by December 31, 2021.  However, industry members may continue to distribute hand sanitizer produced under TTB’s guidance through March 31, 2022. Read the Guidance

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Upcoming TTB Outreach Activities Jan 18-21: SHOT Show | The Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show Jan 25-27: Unified Wine and Grape Symposium Feb 1-4: 2022 CiderCon

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Treasury Issues Additional General Licenses and Guidance in Support of Humanitarian Assistance and Other Support to Afghanistan
12/22/2021

U.S. Department of the Treasury

Office of Public Affairs

Press Release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 22, 2021

Contact: Treasury Public Affairs; Press@Treasury.gov

Treasury Issues Additional General Licenses and Guidance in Support of Humanitarian Assistance and Other Support to Afghanistan

U.S. Department of Labor:Meeting Workers Where They Are

 

Secretary Walsh met with workers in 60 cities this year to discuss their hopes and struggles, and how we can support them. U.S. Department of Labor December 23, 2021 Meeting workers where they are In his first year as Secretary of Labor, Marty Walsh has visited 60 cities in 30 states, and heard directly from workers about their hopes, their struggles, and how the Biden-Harris administration can continue supporting them. Read highlights from his trips and how he plans to support the administration’s investment in America’s communities. $8 million to expand apprenticeship in sectors affected by the pandemic Four national Industry Intermediaries will receive more than $8 million to expand Registered Apprenticeship models in the care economy and supply chain sectors. “These contract awards will leverage industry expertise, increase Registered Apprenticeship opportunities and provide the talented workforce our economy demands,” said Secretary Walsh. Grants will improve working conditions for U.S. trade partners We awarded more than $30 million in grants to improve conditions for workers employed in nations that trade with the United States, including projects to improve workplace safety and health in Central America, reduce forced labor and child labor in Malaysia, and combat workplace discrimination in Mexico. Seeking telecommunications expertise Do you know someone with insights into the workforce needs of the telecommunications industry? Nominate them for the Telecommunications Interagency Working Group. Storm recovery grants will help Kentucky after deadly tornadoes We’re providing more than $8.3 million to support disaster-relief employment in Kentucky after a series of deadly tornadoes on Dec. 10 caused extensive damage. Reopening the record for mine safety rule We will reopen the rulemaking record and hold a virtual public hearing on Jan. 11, 2022, on a proposed rule on safely using mobile, powered-haulage equipment in mining. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Auto worker webinar We recovered more than $4.3 million for 3,564 underpaid auto workers in FY 2021. Join a webinar for auto care workers and employers on wage protections Jan. 13, 2022. Fall safety citations An OSHA investigation found that two roofing contractors willfully failed to use fall protections that led to a 19-year-old worker’s deadly fall. Wages restored A Massachusetts contractor with a history of Fair Labor Standards Act violations must pay $438,000 in unpaid overtime to 250 employees. Labor apps We’ve got apps to help you track your work hours, explore new jobs, stay safe in the heat and more. Overtime judgment A federal investigation and consent judgment has recovered $170,000 in back wages and liquidated damages from the operator of two Texas restaurants that denied overtime to 17 kitchen workers.