"Yellen Monitors Surge in US Imports from Chile Amid Green Transition Progress"

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visited Chile and predicted a significant increase in U.S. imports of lithium from the country, emphasizing the importance of clean energy and the green transition. Yellen highlighted the potential for $3 trillion in global investment opportunities through 2050 and expressed the U.S.'s interest in expanding domestic production of critical minerals like lithium. She emphasized the benefits of strengthening ties with Chile, the world's largest copper producer and second largest lithium producer, and discussed the potential for expanded trade flows between the two countries.