Oxford's George Magnus Weighs in on Le Pen's EU Agenda

The video discusses the economic policies of the National Front, focusing on regaining monetary control and the implications of leaving the eurozone. It explores skepticism about the eurozone's breakup, citing Barry Eichengreen's views. The discussion highlights political dynamics in Europe, including potential elections in France and Italy, and their impact on the eurozone. Finally, it examines public opinion on the eurozone's status quo, noting that most people prefer to maintain it.

What is one of the main economic policies proposed by the National Front?

• Increasing foreign aid

• Regaining control of the French Central Bank

• Reducing military spending

• Expanding the eurozone

What has been the historical outcome of betting on the euro's breakup?

• It has stabilized the eurozone

• It has been highly profitable

• It has been a widow maker of financial trades

• It has led to increased euro value

Which countries are mentioned as having rising credit default swaps and spreads?

• Sweden and Denmark

• Netherlands and Belgium

• Italy and Portugal

• Germany and France

What political event could potentially lead to the end of the euro?

• A major country like France or Italy electing an extreme right or left party

• Germany leaving the eurozone

• Spain adopting a new currency

• The UK rejoining the EU

What is the general public opinion in the eurozone regarding the status quo?

• There is no clear majority opinion

• Most people want to leave the eurozone

• Most people are unaware of the eurozone's status

• Most people prefer to keep the eurozone as it is