In order to contain the cost dynamics in the health care system without compromising quality, higher levels of competition and transparency are needed on the supply side. Insurance contributions have to be made separate from employment contracts. Funding of the pension system must be broadened.
Christine Lagarde: 20th anniversary of the entry into circulation of euro banknotes and coins Speech by Ms Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, at the plenary session of the European Parliament, Strasbourg, 14 February 2022.