ECB President Christine Lagarde speaks on European unity
Christine Lagarde, President of the ECB, spoke at the dinner preceding the Charlemagne Prize ceremony in Aachen, Germany.
She discussed the idea of European unity, referencing Charlemagne’s legacy.
Lagarde noted that Charlemagne’s achievement depended on his presence, and the institutions beneath it were not strong enough to survive his absence.
This historical context highlights the importance of building strong institutions for lasting unity.