Christine Lagarde: Career, Personal Life and Role as ECB President

Christine Lagarde is a French lawyer, former government minister and central banker. She has served as President of the European Central Bank since November 2019, becoming the first woman to hold the role. Before joining the ECB, she was Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund from 2011 to 2019. She also served as France’s Minister of Economy, Finance and Industry, and previously led the global law firm Baker McKenzie. Born in Paris on 1 January 1956, Lagarde studied law and political science before beginning her legal career. She has two sons and is known for her interest in fitness, cycling and swimming.

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