As the European Union faces significant challenges, there is a growing call for Mario Draghi to succeed Charles Michel as the president of the European Council. This idea was put forward in an editorial by Mario De Pizzo of the Atlantic Council, who argues that Draghi’s leadership could be instrumental in initiating reforms that will prevent the EU’s decline.
De Pizzo highlights Draghi’s experience as a former president of the European Central Bank and Italian prime minister, making him a strong candidate to lead the EU towards significant changes. In particular, he points to Draghi’s report on the EU’s competitiveness, which aims to shed light on Europe’s weaknesses and its limited capacity for innovation and production. This report is expected to address the need for interconnections between national production systems to create a unified European supply chain.
By leveraging his position at the European Council, Draghi could propose policy changes and develop strategies outlined in his report, steering the EU towards a revitalized partnership among member states. This renewed vision for the EU is crucial for overcoming the challenges Europe faces today and achieving its objectives.