12: Rearming Europe: how we defend the continent

Is Europe ready for the next wave of security threats?With Denmark stepping into the EU presidency and war still raging in Ukraine, defense strategy across the continent is under pressure to adapt. In this episode, host Mikkel Svold speaks with Christine Nissen, Chief Analyst at Think Tank Europa, and Séverin Schnepp, Associate Director at Terma, to uncover Denmark’s growing role, the EU’s shifting posture, and defense industry readiness.Can Europe act together?Are current capabilities enough?And what should the defense sector expect?**In this episode, you'll learn about:**Denmark's EU presidency and its impact on European security.How EU defense policies are shaped during presidencies.Denmark's shifting stance on EU defense cooperation.Balancing conventional and unconventional security threats in Europe.Industry and government roles in defense capability development.Importance of collaboration in European defense strategies.## Episode Content01:17 Overview of EU Presidency and its significance03:04 Influence of Denmark on the EU agenda05:12 Historical skepticism of Denmark towards EU defense09:30 Industry perspective on changing defense dynamics13:05 Public sentiment regarding EU defense cooperation15:39 Upcoming agendas for Denmark's EU Presidency18:43 Budgeting goals and legislative conclusions for defense21:51 Ready for conflict by 2030: key concerns25:17 Addressing conventional and unconventional threats31:38 Future of European defense collaboration strategies34:47 Top priorities for Denmark during the presidency## ProductionThis podcast is brought to you by Terma.This podcast is produced by Montanus.ProductionThis podcast is brought to you by Terma. This podcast is produced by Montanus.