ECB President Lagarde addresses Greek economy and Middle East crisis at Bank of Greece meeting

Christine Lagarde, President of the ECB, delivered a speech at the official dinner of the Bank of Greece, praising the country's resilience and its contributions to European civilization. Lagarde acknowledged the challenges Greece has faced, including the financial crisis and the impact of the pandemic, but highlighted the country's impressive economic recovery and reduction in public debt. She also commended the Greek people for their commitment to being part of the European Union and the euro area, emphasizing the importance of resilience and shared European destiny in the face of global challenges.