Michel Barnier is a French politician who has served in various roles in the French government since the 1980s. He is currently the European Union's Chief Negotiator for Brexit. Barnier has held a number of ministerial positions, including Minister of the Environment, Minister of European Affairs, and Minister of Foreign Affairs. He was also the European Commissioner for Internal Market and Services from 2010 to 2014. Barnier is a strong advocate for European integration and has been a vocal critic of Brexit. He is committed to ensuring a fair and orderly Brexit process that respects the rights of citizens and businesses on both sides of the Channel.