.migračný kompas: Bezpečnosť v Európe (Fórum o integrácii 2026)

The podcast episode 'Migration Compass: Security in Europe' features a high-level panel discussion from the Forum on Integration 2026, moderated by Viktor Brainerd and hosted by Miroslava Mittelmanová. The discussion brings together ambassadors from France, the UK, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Canada to analyze the evolving security landscape in Europe amid a ruptured global order. Key themes include the push for European strategic autonomy, the critical role of NATO and transatlantic solidarity, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the growing threat of hybrid warfare, disinformation, and foreign interference. The ambassadors emphasize that security is no longer solely a military concern but a societal one, with Sweden’s 'total defense' model serving as a benchmark for integrating civil society, education, and psychological resilience into national security frameworks. The panel also highlights the importance of institutional responses like France’s Vigilance Agency and the Netherlands’ independent fact-checking bodies, while calling for stronger European coordination and regulation—especially regarding AI-driven disinformation. Despite geopolitical tensions, the consensus remains that unity, transparency, and long-term investment in democratic resilience are essential for a safer, more sovereign Europe. The episode underscores that the world is in a period of profound transformation, not just transition, and that the old international order has collapsed. From Canada’s diversification of trade to Sweden’s rapid shift from neutrality to NATO membership, the panelists illustrate how nations are adapting with urgency. The UK’s continued defense support for Ukraine, even post-Brexit, and Canada’s deep cultural and historical ties to Ukraine reinforce the idea that democratic values transcend borders. The discussion concludes with a call for proactive, coordinated, and values-based action—especially in countering disinformation and building societal preparedness—arguing that true security lies not in fortresses but in informed, engaged, and resilient societies. The episode ends on a hopeful note, emphasizing that while change comes slowly, it is inevitable and necessary.