[Global Encryption Coalition Calls on Ireland to Withdraw Legislation on Encrypted Communications] The Global Encryption Coalition (GEC) recently sent a letter to the Irish government, urging it to halt the proposed 'Communications (Interception and Legal Access) Bill.' This bill aims to grant law enforcement agencies access to encrypted messages. GEC warned that such a move would severely undermine cybersecurity, increase the risk of cybercrime, and potentially drive tech companies to leave Ireland. As the European headquarters for several tech giants, Ireland's legislative decisions have far-reaching implications for the global tech industry. Additionally, GEC has called on Ireland to withdraw its support for the EU's 'chat control' legislation, which mandates content scanning before messages are encrypted—a proposal recently opposed by Germany. Experts have pointed out that weakening encryption technology not only threatens individual privacy but could also pose significant risks to national security.