Emel Akan
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Emel Akan is a senior White House correspondent for The Epoch Times, where she covers the Biden administration. Prior to this role, she covered the economic policies of the Trump administration. Previously, she worked in the financial sector as an investment banker at JPMorgan. She graduated with a master’s degree in business administration from Georgetown University.
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G7 Summit Ends With Firm Stance on China, While Abortion Issue Sparks Tension
The G7 leaders expressed ‘deep concern’ about Beijing’s support for Russia’s military-industrial base.
White House Unveils Details of G7 Strategy to Use Russian Assets
The total amount of $50 billion in loans will be sent to Ukraine this year, with repayment of the loans coming from the income on immobilized Russian assets.
Biden Meets With Pope Francis at G7 Summit in Italy
The leaders discussed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the White House said.
G7 Leaders Condemn China’s Unfair Trade Practices and Support for Russia
G7 countries pledged to continue ’taking measures against actors in China' that significantly help Russia’s war machine.
Biden, Zelenskyy Sign Long-Term Security Agreement at G7
‘Our goal is to strengthen Ukraine’s credible defense and deterrence capabilities for the long term,’ President Biden said.
G7 Leaders Reach Deal to Unlock Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
The leaders agreed to provide at least a $50 billion loan to Ukraine, backed by profits from frozen Russian assets.
World Leaders Gather in Southern Italy for G7 Summit
The G7 leaders are expected to announce a plan for unlocking frozen Russian sovereign assets to assist Ukraine.
Biden Returns to Europe to Attend G7 Summit, Meet With Zelenskyy
President Biden plans to sign a bilateral security agreement with the Ukrainian president in Italy during the leaders’ summit.
Biden Wraps Up France Visit With a Call to Reject Isolationism
The president used his D-Day visit to Normandy to promote democratic values and the importance of alliances such as NATO.
Wars, Trade Take Center Stage in Biden–Macron Meeting During State Visit
The leaders seek to tackle China’s unfair trade practices and aggression in the Indo–Pacific through a coordinated response.
