Based in Brussels, María Tadeo is Europe correspondent for Grand Continent.
Biographie
She covers the Union’s political and economic news. With over 10 years’ experience as a reporter, she has conducted in-depth interviews with heads of government, ministers, economists and diplomats. A graduate in journalism from London’s City University, she holds a master’s degree in finance and speaks four languages.
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“After Assad, the time will come for Lukashenko”. A conversation with Belarus opposition leader Sviatlana Ts...
The fall of Assad carries enormous repercussions beyond the Middle East — the speed and velocity in which the regime collapsed in ten days sends a message to authoritarian leaders. As someone who has led the resistance against Alexander Lukashenko since 2020, what are the ripple effects? Dictators feel invincible… until they fall. Dictators survive … Continued
lire l'article«In Ukraine, we are in a boxing ring—this is the 10th round» A Conversation with Tymofiy Mylovanov
President Joe Biden announced the United States will lift restrictions on long-range missiles hitting Russian targets in its territory. What do you make of this announcement? Is it a reversal of policy? I’m not sure it is a complete reversal of policy. First, if reports suggesting their use will be restricted to the Kursk region … Continued
lire l'articleA Conversation With Thierry Breton
Donald Trump’s victory is unambiguous. On January 20th, he will be back in the White House. How should Europe react? Not only has Donald Trump won the election, he has won the popular vote and the Republicans have gained control of the Senate as well as, potentially, the House. If this data is confirmed, he … Continued
lire l'articleA Conversation with OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann
In a world where rules no longer seem to apply, what’s the relevance of international discussion forums? It’s always better to meet and talk through the issues rather than to stop talking. Just because the geopolitical environment is harder, it doesn’t mean these talks aren’t necessary. Arguably they’re more necessary. Whether it’s the G20, the … Continued
lire l'articleA Conversation With Hanno Pevkur, Estonia’s Defence Minister
We are looking now at a war running for more than two years, potentially entering a third. There is a lot of uncertainty especially around the US election. Looking back, would you say the West, collectively, has done everything it could to help Ukraine win this war? The war started in 2014, and even before … Continued
lire l'article“The ECB should cut interest rates — not doing so would be a mistake”, A Conversation with Vítor Constâncio
This interview is available in French and Spanish on the Grand Continent website. A monetary policy decision where an October rate cut takes place on Thursday is now in full swing in light of new data on inflation and economic activity. Inflation in September came in at 1.8%. The ECB aims for inflation below, but … Continued
lire l'article“In Europe, You Cannot Be So Big That You’re Above The Law” A Conversation with Margrethe Vestager
This interview is available in French and Spanish on the Grand Continent website. The president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has stressed her second mandate will be about competitiveness. The European People’s Party, her political family, has been vocal about emboldening business and having less regulation. What does this new priority mean … Continued
lire l'articleA Conversation With Thórdís Gylfadóttir, Foreign Minister of Iceland
What is your view on the European elections and the new cycle in European politics that is about to begin. It seems the scenario that is at play is more complex than simply stating the center is holding. How would you characterize the political mood in Europe? We are seeing a more united Europe — … Continued
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