In this episode of CEA Talk, host Szilárd Szelpál sits down with Otto Brøns-Petersen, Director of Analysis at CEPOS, to discuss Denmark’s bold and multifaceted vision as it leads the EU Council Presidency.
We delve into Denmark’s priorities — from strengthening European defence and security amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions to advancing ambitious climate targets and balancing them with industrial competitiveness. The conversation also addresses Hungary’s controversial veto on Ukraine’s EU accession, the EU’s future in a rapidly changing global trade environment, and the strategic importance of Greenland in light of renewed international interest.

This episode offers a rare, in-depth look at how Denmark aims to shape the EU’s future, tackling the challenges of unity, sustainability, and innovation at a critical turning point in European history.

#62 Brøns-Petersen: A Strong Europe in a Changing World – Denmark’s EU Presidency

In this episode of CEA Talk, host Szilárd Szelpál speaks with Eglė Markevičiūtė, Representative of
Consumer Choice Center, about one of the EU’s most divisive proposals — the so-called Chat Control regulation.
The discussion explores why the plan to scan private messages was put on hold, what it means for the future of online privacy, and how policymakers can protect children without undermining encryption.
From Germany’s last-minute pivot to civil society’s digital pushback, the conversation dives deep into the politics, technology, and values behind Europe’s next big digital rights debate.
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#66 Markevičiūtė: Chat Control on Hold — What’s Next for Encryption and Digital Rights in Europe? ⎸ Hosted by Szilard Szelpal

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