· Christine Lagarde Wiki · European Central Bank WikiTurning openness into strength: the moment of the euro
Read full speech on ecb.europa.eu ↗ContextSpeech by Christine Lagarde at the Business France event "Business en Européens" in Paris.
Why it mattersThe ECB President argues that this is the moment for a stronger global role for the euro.
Problems raised
- The dollar's dominance exposes others to US policies.
- US tariffs cut euro area exports.
- Europe's single and capital markets are incomplete.
Solutions proposed
- Seize the chance for a stronger global euro.
- Deepen the Single Market and complete capital markets.
- Strengthen Europe's geopolitical role.