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The European Central Bank President, Christine Lagarde, joins the Europe Conversation to discuss why Europe needs a digital euro and why this is not a "Big Brother" move aimed at controlling citizens, how to respond to Artificial Intelligence "on steroids", and her role in the French presidential elections.  A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EU Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall joins The Europe Conversation to discuss banning forever chemicals, why the environment and security are intrinsically linked, how to respond to a global water bankruptcy and farmer protests. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He recently orchestrated the largest-ever release of oil stocks amid market disruptions from the Middle East conflict.   The International Energy Agency Chief, Fatih Birol, joins The Europe Conversation to discuss the severe problems faced by the global energy system, whether he foresees another round of oil releases, and his golden rule for energy security. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

His role has become increasingly challenging as Brussels looks to balance competitiveness and climate.   European Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra joins The Europe Conversation to discuss the EU's uphill battle to ensure energy independence, the challenges of weaning Europe off oil, and what goes on behind closed doors at multilateral climate discussions. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

European Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič joins The Europe Conversation days after Beijing threatened countermeasures unless the EU softens its plans to bolster its industrial base. He discusses concerns surrounding the EU-US trade deal, why trade talks with China are vital, and with which countries the EU wants closer ties. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the fringes of the World Government Summit, Estonian President Alar Karis joined The Europe Conversation to discuss calls for a special European envoy to re-engage with the Kremlin, the need to bolster EU defence capabilities and what he calls the bloc's excessive bureaucracy. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the EU's signing of a trade deal with India, European Council President António Costa joined The Europe Conversation to discuss the global implications of the agreement, the need for predictability and plans to bolster EU competitiveness. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EU Commissioner for Technological Sovereignty Henna Virkkunen joins The Europe Conversation to discuss concerns that AI will replace workers, the newly launched Commissioner investigation into Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok, and what is needed to enforce social media bans. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ongoing invasion of Ukraine and increased Russian provocations spurred the creation of his role last year. The EU's defence tsar, Andrius Kubilius, joins the Europe Conversation to discuss what the bloc can bring to the military table, Trump's push to stop the war in Ukraine and his wish for a "more normal" Russia. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He is touted as having the toughest job in Brussels, and dreams of playing tennis with the pope. EU Commissioner for Migration, Magnus Brunner, joins the Europe Conversation to discuss why the Commission supports engaging with the Taliban, the EU's role in negotiating return hubs and more. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He is one of the youngest heads of government in the world. He aims to harness this vitality in the final spurt to make his country the 28th EU member by 2028. Montenegro's Prime Minister Milojko Spajić joins The Europe Conversation to discuss the upcoming crucial years for enlargement, visa restrictions for Russians and how Japan influenced the politician in him. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He called Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni "one of a kind" and said the EU would be better off with more women in leadership positions.   Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama joins the Europe Conversation to discuss his country's close ties to Italy, Albanian stereotypes, and the need to turn some enemies into partners. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The EU is the largest international donor to Palestinians, but will it get a seat on the Trump-chaired Board of Peace, a transitional governance body as part of the US' 20-point plan?   Dubravka Šuica, the European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, joins the Europe Conversation to discuss why the EU should be included on this Board, the significance of the newly created Palestine Donor Meeting, and why the EU is pushing for closer ties with its southern neighbours. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He has become one of the loudest voices in Europe when it comes to protecting the bloc's most beloved sport.   EU Commissioner for Sport and Culture Glenn Micallef joins The Europe Conversation to discuss the controversial European Super League, the epidemic of inactivity and culture's role as a shield against democracy. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.