The inaugural edition of The Talk, hosted by Norm in partnership with Diplomatic World at the Presidential Suite of Cardo Brussels, gathered a select group of ambassadors and senior leaders in Brussels. Valikhan Bakhretdinov, President of the Kazakhstan EU Gateway, was among the attendees.
The discussion focused on privacy, data protection, and security, examining how regulatory evolution, technological acceleration, and global security dynamics are reshaping trust and governance across Europe. Participants reflected on the growing importance of strategic autonomy in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment.
The exchange also underscored the relevance of Kazakhstan-EU cooperation as Europe advances its Global Gateway strategy. The evening concluded with a private reception, reinforcing the value of discreet, high level dialogue.