Bessent's G20 Gamble: Rallying Allies in a Time of Global Tension US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to host meetings with his counterparts at the Group of 20 finance ministers gathering in Asheville, North Carolina.
However, the tense atmosphere surrounding renewed hostilities with Iran and escalating tariffs with Canada threatens to overshadow any progress on economic issues.
Bessent's focus on uncontroversial topics like economic growth and debt reduction may be an attempt to divert attention from strained relationships with allies.