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The ECB President takes part in a regular monetary dialogue with Parliament's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs.

The European Central Bank (ECB) is the central institution of the Economic and Monetary Union and has been responsible for conducting monetary policy for the euro area since 1 January 1999. The ECB and the national central banks of all EU Member States constitute the European System of Central Banks.

On 2 July 2019, Christine Lagarde was nominated by the European Council to succeed Mario Draghi as President of the European Central Bank on 1 November 2019.

Monetary dialogue (2019-2020)

The President of the European Central Bank (ECB) takes part four times a year in a monetary dialogue with Parliament's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) to report on monetary policy and answer question from MEPs.&nbsp;Although guaranteed independence under the Treaty, the ECB is accountable for its actions towards the European Parliament, and more precisely the ECON Committee.

The European Central Bank is the central institution of the Economic and Monetary Union and has been responsible for conducting monetary policy for the euro area since 1 January 1999 The ECB and the national central banks of all EU Member States constitute the European System of Central Banks.

Monetary dialogue

On 2 July 2019, Christine Lagarde was nominated by the European Council to succeed Mario Draghi as President of the European Central Bank on 1 November 2019.

She is a French lawyer and politician serving as Managing Director and Chairwoman of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) since 2011.

During a vote in the Economics and Monetary Affairs Committee, Ms Lagarde received 37 votes in favour of her taking up the position, 11 against and 4 MEPs abstained. The recommendation will now be passed on to the plenary for a confirmatory vote, which is expected to take place during the September plenary session from the 16th to 19th September.

Christine LAGARDE, nominated as President of the European Central Bank

ECB President Christine Lagarde will brief MEPs on the state of European and global economic affairs and the European Central Bank’s activities, followed by a debate with MEPs. On Tuesday, MEPs will adopt their annual set of recommendations for the ECB on which issues it should prioritise.

Debate on the state of the EU economy and ECB activities with Christine Lagarde

Members of the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee hear from Christine Lagarde, first in her capacity as President of the European Central Bank and then as Chair of the European Systemic Risk Board. Economic governance, geo-political risks, and the cost of living are all expected to feature prominently in the discussions. The hearings are followed by another debate with Dominique Laboureix, Chair of the Single Resolution Board (Wednesday).

ECON-Monetary dialogue with Christine Lagarde

On Monday, 30 September 2024, the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) holds its first Monetary Dialogue of the 10th parliamentary term with Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB). This important session focuses on the ECB's recent monetary policy decisions, following the ECB Governing Council's move on 12 September to lower the key interest rate by 25 basis points, marking a continued shift in policy since June.

In addition to monetary policy, the dialogue will also cover the Capital Markets Union (CMU) and its significance for the ECB's strategies. The Capital Markets Union (CMU) is an initiative aimed at creating a single, integrated capital market across all EU member states. Its primary goal is to make it easier for businesses to access funding, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), by diversifying sources of finance beyond traditional banking systems. The CMU seeks to connect savings more effectively with investment opportunities, promote cross-border investments, and deepen financial integration within the EU.

Economic Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, ECB President - EP Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs

MEPs debate with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde inflation, efforts to curb it, and possible interest rate cuts. During the annual plenary debate, MEPs concentrate on what happens next once inflation settles at the ECB’s 2% target and pay particular attention to the continuing significant divergences in inflation rates between member states. This is the last debate in the European Parliament for Ms Lagarde before the 6-9 June  European elections.

Plenary debate - European Central Bank: annual report 2023

EP Plenary session - European Central Bank – Annual report 2024, in the presence of Christine LAGARDE, President of the ECB

Roberta METSOLA, EP President meets with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB)

ECON - Monetary Dialogue with Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank

EP Plenary session - European Central Bank – annual report 2023

Roberta METSOLA, EP President meets with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank and Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission

ECON - Economic Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, ECB President

ECON - Monetary Dialogue with Christine Lagarde, President of the ECB

Celebration to mark the 25th anniversary of the European Central Bank, in Frankfurt, Germany

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank.

EP Plenary session - European Central Bank - annual report 2022

Roberta METSOLA, EP President meets with  Christine LAGARDE, President of the ECB

ECON extraordinary meeting - Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the ECB

ECON Committee - Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank

ECON Committee - Public Hearing with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank

ECON committee -  Monetary Dialogue with Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank

In the European Parliament in Brussels, the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON) holds a hearing with Christine LAGARDE, President ECB, ahead of its vote on the 2019 ECB annual report. MEPs may raise the issues of monetary policy in a slowing economy and amid trade tensions, crypto assets and the strategies used by the ECB to implement environmental principles, such as buying green bonds.

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: extracts from the opening statement by Christine LAGARDE

In the European Parliament in Brussels, the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON) holds a hearing with Christine LAGARDE, President ECB, ahead of its vote on the 2019 ECB annual report. Questions and answers - Part 2

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: questions and answers 2/2 (10.31 - 11.09)

In the European Parliament in Brussels, the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON) holds a hearing with Christine LAGARDE, President ECB, ahead of its vote on the 2019 ECB annual report. Questions and answers - Part 1

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: questions and answers Part 1/2 (9.33 - 10.31)

In the European Parliament in Brussels, the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON) holds a hearing with Christine LAGARDE, President ECB, ahead of its vote on the 2019 ECB annual report. Ambiance shots of the arrivals and introduction by Irene TINAGLI (S&D, IT), ECON Chair.

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: ambiance shots of the arrivals and introduction by Irene TINAGLI (S&D, IT), ECON Chair (9:03 - 9.17)

In the European Parliament in Brussels, the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON) holds a hearing with Christine LAGARDE, President ECB, ahead of its vote on the 2019 ECB annual report. Statement by Christine LAGARDE

Monetary Dialogue: statement by Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (9.17 - 9.33)

This stockshots shows the election of David SASSOLI, as President of the European Parliament on 3rd July 2019. He was invited to make his first address as EP President in the hemicycle in Strasbourg. As part of his duties, he undertook several official visits abroad, welcomed guest and attending various European events.

European Parliament Stockshots 9th Parliamentary Term: David SASSOLI, EP President

Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank is heard, for the first time in her new role, by Members of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) of the European Parliament in Brussels. MEPs discuss with her the economic perspectives of the euro area and next steps for the ECB’s monetary policy, including the decision-making process on rates setting.

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: extracts from the exchange of views

The Members of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) hold a Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB). This is her first participation in the Monetary dialogue. This debate focus on the perspectives of the economy in the euro area and next steps of the ECB’s monetary policy, based on the recent decisions taken by the Governing Council. The perspectives of the European monetary union and financial stability in the euro area are also looked into. Questions and answers with the MEPs.

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: Q&A - first round

The Members of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) hold a Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB). This is her first participation in the Monetary dialogue. This debate focus on the perspectives of the economy in the euro area and next steps of the ECB’s monetary policy, based on the recent decisions taken by the Governing Council. The perspectives of the European monetary union and financial stability in the euro area are also looked into. Ambiance shots of the arrivals and introductory statement by Irene TINAGLI (S&D, IT), ECON Chair

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: ambiance shots of the arrivals and introductory statement by Irene TINAGLI (S&D, IT), ECON Chair

The Members of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) hold a Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), in the European Parliament in Brussels. This is her first participation in the Monetary dialogue. This debate focus on the perspectives of the economy in the euro area and next steps of the ECB’s monetary policy, based on the recent decisions taken by the Governing Council. The perspectives of the European monetary union and financial stability in the euro area are also looked into. She makes the opening statement.The first two minutes transcription speech is the he result of an automatic process. Check Against delivery.

Monetary Dialogue: opening statement by Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Lisbon Treaty, David SASSOLI, EP President is hosting a ceremony in the House of European History, in Brussels on 1 December. He is joined by Ursula VON DER LEYEN, European Commission, Charles MICHEL, European Council, and Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), to mark the 10th anniversary of the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty. On the same day, a new chapter for Europe begins, as on 1 December the European Commission and its President Ursula VON DER LEYEN starts their mandate, as the new President of the European Council, Charles MICHEL. Extracts from the arrivals, family photo and visit of the House of the European History.

Ceremony to mark the start of the European Commission and the 10th anniversary of the Treaty of Lisbon: extracts from the arrivals, family photo and visit of the House of the European History

Ceremony to mark the start of the European Commission and the 10th anniversary of the Treaty of Lisbon: extracts from the ceremony

Arrivals and family photo with David SASSOLI, EP President Ursula VON DER LEYEN, European Commission, Charles MICHEL, European Council, and Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB) at the ceremony to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Lisbon Treaty in the House of European History, in Brussels.

Ceremony to mark the start of the European Commission and the 10th anniversary of the Treaty of Lisbon: Arrivals and family photo

European Anthem to close the ceremony to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Lisbon Treaty in the House of European History, in Brussels in presence of David SASSOLI, EP President, Ursula VON DER LEYEN, President of the European Commission, Charles MICHEL, President of the European Council, and Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB).

Ceremony to mark the start of the European Commission and the 10th anniversary of the Treaty of Lisbon: European Anthem

Statement by Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB) during the ceremony to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Lisbon Treaty in the House of European History, in Brussels.

Ceremony to mark the start of the European Commission and the 10th anniversary of the Treaty of Lisbon: statement by Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank

Presidents David SASSOLI and Charles MICHEL hand the copy of the Treaty of Lisbon to President von der LEYEN during the ceremony to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Lisbon Treaty in the House of European History, in Brussels.

Ceremony to mark the start of the European Commission and the 10th anniversary of the Treaty of Lisbon: handover of a copy of the Treaty of the European Union

Review of the parliamentary work in the European Parliament(01-06/12/2019). Slideshow of photos illustrating the Ceremony to mark the start of the European Commission and the 10th anniversary of the Treaty of Lisbon, the COP25 in Madrid, the Monetary dialogue with Christine Lagarde, the EP delegation in Malta, the European Book Prize and the visit of the EP Conference of Presidents meeting with the incoming Croatian Presidency.

EP weekly review: week 49 in Brussels

During the plenary session (16-19 September 2019) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on the role of the ECB in the EU´s economic policy. Christine LAGARDE is expected to obtain a recommendation from the plenary to become the next ECB President. Statements by Irene TINAGLI (S&D, IT), Rapporteur, Valdis DOMBROVSKIS, Vice-President of the European Commission, Markus FERBER (EPP, DE), Jonás FERNÁNDEZ (S&D, ES), Luis GARICANO (RE, ES), Sven GIEGOLD (Greens/EFA, DE) and Manon AUBRY (GUE/NGL, FR).

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