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The US Treasury Department has restricted press access to G20 finance ministers’ meetings in North Carolina, barring several journalists from the venue. The decision has drawn criticism from media organizations concerned about transparency surrounding international economic negotiations.
American diplomats plan to coordinate with G20 counterparts to intensify financial sanctions and economic restrictions targeting Tehran during upcoming finance minister talks.
Reporters from major outlets including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Bloomberg were barred from receiving press credentials for next week's G20 finance ministers' meeting in North Carolina.
A U.S.-hosted G20 finance meeting will focus on global economic growth, addressing financial imbalances, and discussing the impact of sanctions on Iran.
Washington intends to advocate for stricter economic measures against Tehran during the upcoming G20 finance ministers’ meeting. Officials plan to coordinate with international partners to isolate Iran’s financial system ahead of the summit.