$BTC ECB President Lagarde Aims to Seize Shifting Global Order to Strengthen Euro's Global Position

In a recent blog post, Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, emphasized the need for Europe to strengthen three foundational pillars—geopolitical credibility, economic resilience, and legal and institutional integrity—to enhance the euro’s global prominence.

Lagarde noted the shifting global order, characterized by rising protectionism and uncertainty, which poses risks to Europe’s economy and its 30 million jobs tied to global trade. She highlighted the euro’s current status as the second most-used currency, accounting for 20% of global foreign exchange reserves, and outlined the tangible benefits of increasing its international standing, such as lower borrowing costs and reduced exposure to currency fluctuations.

Lagarde called for decisive actions, including completing the single market, supporting strategic industries, and reforming the EU’s institutional structure to foster greater unity and investor confidence in the euro. She framed this moment as a critical opportunity for Europe to take control of its economic destiny and enhance the euro’s role in the international monetary system.