Competition for the Presidency of the European Banking Authority
February 2, 2026
The presidency of the European Banking Authority is fiercely contested between Constantinos Herodotou and Francois-Louis Mischo. The decision will be made by the permanent representatives of member states in Brussels, following procedures involving voting and consultations. Herodotou has shown strong performance in previous stages and is considered preferable at certain points. The voting deadline has been postponed, leaving the outcome uncertain. The decision-making process involves political and technical considerations.