Paschal Donohoe

Paschal Donohoe, Ireland’s finance minister and president of the Eurogroup, dives into the euro's potential to challenge the dollar amidst rising nationalism and tensions. He champions deeper European integration, emphasizing the importance of immigration and a revised UK-EU relationship. Donohoe also tackles trade dynamics with the Trump administration, highlighting the need for stronger internal EU agreements. Plus, he discusses the digital economy and workforce mobility, advocating for standardized qualifications across member states.

Paschal Donohoe, the Minister for Finance, joins to discuss the contentious details of Budget 2026. He defends the allocation of resources, emphasizing priorities like homes and jobs, despite criticism from opposition parties. The conversation dives into the controversial timing of VAT cuts and how they aim to protect small businesses. Donohoe also elaborates on the complexities of energy VAT amid rising costs and the government's approach to spending, highlighting both fiscal caution and the necessity for public service funding.

Irish Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe discusses the flexibility needed around EU fiscal rules as nations are urged to ramp up defense spending due to global security concerns. He shares insights from the G-20 meeting, focusing on Ireland's increased defense budget despite its neutral stance. Donohoe also delves into the complexities of trade tariffs and their impact on Ireland’s economy, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation to navigate these financial challenges.

Eurogroup President Paschal Donohoe discusses the Euro area's economic outlook, growth acceleration needs, energy-related risks, stalled capital markets union efforts, political shifts in the EU, and challenges in creating a unified capital market within the Eurogroup.

Eurogroup President Paschal Donohoe discusses Europe's fiscal challenges, funding priorities for defense and Ukraine, managing debt levels in France and Italy, and the emergence of Euro bonds in the EU budget.