Governing

• On June 17, 2026, the European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council adopted Opinion CON/2026/19 following a request from the Greek Ministry of National Economy and Finance. • The opinion provides guidance on critical banking regulations, including supervisory independence, the prevention of conflicts of interest, and the management of ESG risks. • It further addresses technical requirements for notifications of material holdings, mergers, divisions, and the suitability assessments of management bodies and key function holders.

• On 21 May 2026, the Governing Council of the European Central Bank (ECB) authorized the publication of its fourth report on climate-related financial disclosures. • The report details climate-related metrics, targets, and the governance and risk management strategies for Eurosystem assets and the ECB’s foreign reserves. • This action supports the ECB's broader mission to maintain price stability and preserve the purchasing power of the euro through transparent financial reporting.

Andrés Manuel López Obrador says Washington is using investigations into governors and propaganda to boost rivalsMexico’s former president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, has accused US officials of trying to weaken the governing party to strengthen the opposition, amid rising tensions between the two countries over Washington’s investigations into several Mexican governors.“Some US officials are plotting to weaken Morena and strengthen the rightwing opposition in Mexico with the aim of restoring a subservient, corrupt, mafia-like, and cruel government,” López Obrador wrote in a lengthy letter posted on X on Wednesday. Continue reading...

• On May 20, 2026, the Governing Council of the European Central Bank (ECB) met to discuss financial stability issues within the euro area. • The Council authorized the publication of the May 2026 Financial Stability Review, which identifies key vulnerabilities and includes four special features. • This action is part of the ECB's broader mandate to maintain price stability and preserve the purchasing power of the single currency.