Business Beyond Borders E24: Laurent Mosar, Member of Parliament & Alderman for Lux City

In Conversation with Laurent Mosar | Four Decades at the Heart of Luxembourg PoliticsIn this episode, Prash sits down with Laurent Mosar, former President of Parliament, current Member of Parliament, and alderman for Luxembourg City, for a candid conversation on the realities shaping Luxembourg today.With more than four decades in public life, Laurent does not shy away from difficult positions. He speaks openly about where he disagrees with his own party, and why experience gives him the freedom to do so. One example stands out: his support for extending voting rights in national elections to non-citizens, a position that challenges the current political consensus.We also dive into one of the most debated topics in Luxembourg today: safety and quality of life. Laurent acknowledges that concerns are rising, but puts them in a broader context, arguing that Luxembourg is not alone and that many of these pressures are being felt across major cities globally.On integration, the conversation turns to participation. In a country where around half the population was not born here, Laurent expects a shift in the coming years, with more residents stepping forward not just as voters, but as candidates shaping the political landscape.Along the way, we explore what quality of life really means in practice, how progress should be measured, and what it takes to stay connected to people after decades in politics.Whether you care about politics, city life, or Luxembourg’s future, this is a direct and thought provoking conversation.Watch, share, and let us know your thoughts in the comments.Business Beyond Borders is a video podcast series under The Luxembourg Mind, bringing forward the perspectives and experiences of Luxembourg’s decision makers.Chapters00:00 Meet Laurent Mosar: Four Decades in the Room01:27 The biggest challenges facing Luxembourg today03:14 What Quality of Life Really Means in Luxembourg City05:32 Safety and Order: Are Things Getting Better or Worse?09:18 Integration on the Ground: What Actually Works13:46 The Gaps in Integration We Still Ignore15:57 Why Expats Still Don’t Vote and How to Change That18:06 What Keeps Laurent Going After 40 Years in Politics21:32 Rapid Fire: Surprises, Opinions, and Curveballs28:28 Where to Start If You Want to Shape Luxembourg’s Future