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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

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.

Mario Draghi, ECB President, reports to the European Parliament on monetary issues in a quaterly Monetary dialogue.&nbsp;

Monetary dialogue - 8th parliamentary term

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

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

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

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

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

ECON Committee - Open Coordinators' meeting

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

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

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

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

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

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

In the European Parliament in Brussels, Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank, discuss with the Committee Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) the ECB’s response to the COVID-19 crisis aimed at supporting EU firms and families. MEPs have the opportunity to ask questions on the international role of the euro, systemic risks for the euro area and on the ruling of Germany’s Constitutional Court on mass bond-buying.

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 by videoconference with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), in the European Parliament in Brussels, to the bank’s response to the (coronavirus) Covid-19 outbreak. Exchange of views, part 2.

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: exchange of views - part 2

The Members of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) hold a Monetary Dialogue by videoconference with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), in the European Parliament in Brussels, to the bank’s response to the (coronavirus) Covid-19 outbreak. Exchange of views, part 1.

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: exchange of views - part 1

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. Statements by Markus FERBER (EPP, DE), Jonás FERNÁNDEZ (S&D, ES), Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank, and Dimitrios PAPADIMOULIS (GUE/NGL, EL).

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)

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.

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

During the meeting of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) in the European Parliament in Brussels, MEPs debate on the Monetary Dialogue with Mario DRAGHI, President of the European Central Bank.

Monetary dialogue with Mario DRAGHI, ECB President: ambiance shots of the arrivals and opening statement by Irene TINAGLI (S&D,IT), ECON Chair

Monetary dialogue with Mario DRAGHI, ECB President: photo opportunity

Monetary dialogue with Mario DRAGHI, ECB President: Q&A - part 2

Monetary Dialogue with Mario Draghi, President of the European Central Bank: extracts from the opening statement

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