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JENNA BEN-YEHUDA: Hello, everyone, and thank you for joining us. Good afternoon. I’m Jenna Ben-Yehuda, executive vice president here at the Atlantic Council. And I’m really delighted to be introducing the governor of the Banque de France, François de Villeroy—Villeroy de Galhau.
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**Steelman:** Villeroy de Galhau presents a compelling case for transatlantic cooperation, grounding his argument in economic data and historical precedent. He acknowledges the U.S. economy’s resilience and innovation while advocating for Europe’s role in addressing global imbalances. His call for predictability in trade policy and coordinated financial stability measures reflects a pragmatic approach to shared challenges. The inclusion of a high-profile economist group signals a serious attempt...