Protecting the European Democracy Shield

Summary

A proposal to create a 'European Democracy Shield' to defend EU democratic values against foreign interference and hybrid threats.
10 23.06.2026
Other
civil law
government
constitution
human rights
public safety
social policy
european union
administrative reform
public administration
information technology and data processing

Key points

  • The establishment of a central European Centre for Democratic Resilience to coordinate the fight against disinformation.
  • Strengthening the enforcement of digital regulations, including rules on artificial intelligence and online platform accountability.
  • Enhancing the protection of critical infrastructure, including both physical sites and digital networks.
  • Protecting the integrity of elections by securing electoral infrastructure and reforming cooperation networks between Member States.
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