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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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A conversation with David O’Sullivan, EU Sanctions Envoy
The European Union has approved 17 different sanction packages against Russia and is now working on the 18th package, pending approval. The goal behind these sanctions was to cripple Russia’s ability to wage war — yet the war is still going on. Are they really working? The sanctions are definitely working. But whether sanctions alone … Continued
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A Conversation With Pierre Gramegna
The European economy is facing a triple threat: growth has been stagnant for a decade, its energy model has been compromised, and it now has to live under the threat of tariffs. How can the Union overcome this? We live in geopolitical turmoil, conflicts are increasing in number and density. In Europe, we have a … Continued
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A conversation with Commissioner Jozef Síkela
The multilateral system is coming under attack. Why should the European Union remain at the table?We are under pressure — but stress can also make you more productive. It is pushing us to streamline our policies, get better and set priorities. Multilateralism is under pressure but this isn’t the end. I don’t believe in the G1, … Continued
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A conversation with Dan Jørgensen, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing
The United States could enter a direct conflict with Iran. How prepared is the European Union to deal with global oil prices reaching 100 dollars a barrel if the situation in the Middle East escalates? The energy market is inherently volatile and geopolitics have a significant influence on movements and reactions. We cannot predict how … Continued
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Israel, Iran and the New Geopolitics of the Gulf: A Conversation with Anwar Gargash
His excellency Dr Anwar Gargash is diplomatic advisor to the President of the United Arab Emirates Israel has struck Iran, opening a new front of escalation in the Middle East. What is your assessment? Welcome to the Middle East. We were all very struck by the news that we saw unfolding overnight. The United Arab … Continued
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A conversation with Costas Kadis, European Commissionner for Fisheries and Oceans
The Ocean Conference held in Nice this week under the umbrella of the United Nations, France and Costa Rica saw some 50 heads of state gather together to discuss how to protect the oceans, the maritime ecosystem and its biodiversity. The ocean and the high seas are a matter of international collaboration – but also … Continued
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A Conversation with Ukrainian Minister for Agrarian Policy and Food, Vitaliy Koval
This week, the expiration of exceptional trade measures will see Kyiv lose access to the EU market on favorable conditions and return to its pre-war quotas. How are you preparing? Ukraine continues to engage in dialogue with our European partners even at the final stage. We are grateful for their willingness to seek constructive formats. … Continued
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«We Are Absolutely Ready To Stop The War», A Conversation with Denys Shmyhal, Prime Minister of Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have stepped up efforts to put together a “coalition of the willing” that could play a stabilising role once the fighting stops. How do you see these efforts? It is a positive initiative. We welcome these proposals from some of our closest partners because it … Continued
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A Conversation with Cecilia Malmström
You were Europe’s top trade official when the US under President Trump first imposed tariffs on the Union in 2018. He is expected to unleash a barrage of new tariffs on April 2. How does Trump II compare with Trump I? This time it will be worse. President Trump has always been fond of tariffs … Continued
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A conversation with Kęstutis Budrys, Lithuanian Minister for Foreign Affairs
Ukraine, the country that has been invaded, is now treated more harshly by the United States than the invader, Russia. Zelensky has been described as a dictator preventing elections and Kyiv is being pushed into accepting a deal on minerals. Can the European Union turn this scenario around? The European Union has all the tools … Continued
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A conversation with Kristrún Frostadóttir, Prime Minister of Iceland
President Trump has put the Arctic, and Greenland in particular, in the spotlight, even suggesting that the US would consider taking over the territory of the world’s largest island. Do you take this threat at face value? Our approach is to read everything in a productive and constructive way. The world is now focused on … Continued
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A Conversation With Valdis Dombrovskis
Ukraine’s future as a sovereign country is at stake and the European Union is not at the negotiating table. Where does it go from here? This is not an acceptable scenario for the European Union and precisely because we don’t believe in it, we must work together to avoid it. That means two things: we … Continued
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A Conversation With Nadia Calviño
President Trump is pitching a Golden Era for America while the zeitgeist in Europe is one of decline and loss of competitiveness. What is your assessment? The global order that has governed the world for the past 80 years, based on cooperation, common rules and multilateralism, has been beneficial for Europe, but even more so … Continued
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A Conversation With Ruben Brekelmans, Dutch Minister for Defense
As we enter a year marked by a new political cycle and new threats, what should be the priority for the European defence? The military threat coming from Russia is growing. Moscow has turned into a war economy and the Russian army has been able to deploy a large number of soldiers, consistently producing more … Continued
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A Conversation With Gabrielius Landsbergis, Lithuania’s Former Minister of Foreign Affairs
President Donald Trump has suggested that defending America’s economic and security interests will require territorial expansion. He did not rule out military or financial coercion to gain control of Greenland and the Panama Canal. His arguments could be described as similar to those of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Does this concern you? I was surprised … Continued
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A Conversation With EU Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra
The president of the Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has indicated that she wants her second mandate to focus on competitiveness. Your portfolio focuses on climate. Are these objectives compatible?The President has been a great champion of climate policies. What she is doing—and what we are doing as a Commission—is continuing with climate action at … Continued
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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
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«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
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A 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
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A 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
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A 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
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“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
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“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
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A 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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