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title: "European Central Bank President: Independence is the prerequisite for the effective performance of central banks"
description: "European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde emphasized the importance of central bank independence in an interview, stating that it is a prerequisite for the effective performance of central ban"
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# European Central Bank President: Independence is the prerequisite for the effective performance of central banks

> European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde emphasized the importance of central bank independence in an interview, stating that it is a prerequisite for the effective performance of central banks. She warned that any interference with independence could lead to serious consequences and pointed out that losing independence could trigger instability and more severe situations. This statement was made against the backdrop of President Trump's pressure on the Federal Reserve

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde stated in an interview with U.S. media on the 24th local time that the independence of central banks is of "decisive significance" and warned that any interference with this independence could have serious consequences. Her remarks came against the backdrop of recent pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump on the Federal Reserve. Lagarde pointed out that "if a central bank loses its independence, or if that independence is threatened, it becomes dysfunctional," leading to "instability, and even more serious situations." She emphasized that independence is a prerequisite for central banks to perform their duties effectively

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