ECB Autonomy at the Forefront of Digital Euro Debate
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During plenary debates, MEP Johan Van Overtveldt emphasized that ECB independence is vital for monetary and financial stability, especially in today’s turbulent geopolitical climate. Political interference with central banks, he warned, historically leads to inflation, instability, and political turmoil.
The European Parliament’s backing of the digital euro not only supports innovation in payments but also reinforces central bank autonomy, framing public digital money as a strategic asset for the EU in 2026 and beyond.