G7 & Christine Lagarde

G7: G7 finance ministers agreed on the need for action to tackle trade imbalances and address the economic fallout from the Iran war, including supporting vulnerable countries and diversifying critical mineral supplies.

Christine Lagarde: Christine Lagarde, President of the European Union — European Central Bank, has stated that the bank's future decisions on interest rates depend on how long energy prices remain elevated due to the Iran war.

G7: The G7 leaders welcomed the interim deal between the US and Iran, demanding a ceasefire in Lebanon and expressing readiness to contribute to securing shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. They also emphasized the need to address Iran's nuclear program.

Christine Lagarde: Christine Lagarde, President of the European Union — European Central Bank, welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire, expressing optimism about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and its potential positive impact on the global economy.

G7: The G7 is mentioned as a coordination partner for global cooperation on AI cyber threats, but no specific action is taken in this event.

Christine Lagarde: ECB President Lagarde has publicly raised concerns about AI risks, supporting the regulatory direction. Her statements add political weight but do not directly affect the directive.