Forcing firms not to implement end-to-end encryption is forcing firms to implement flaws in their encryption software.
Which is why they're not pursuing it presumably.
> "At one point or more of that process, access to the encrypted communication is essential for intelligence and law enforcement," he said.
> "If there are encryption keys then those encryption keys have to be put at the disposal of the authorities."
The last part of the quote muddies the water a bit. Maybe they are interested in cooperation from companies with control of endpoint software (Apple, Google, Microsoft) to extract the keys?
And if each user has their own set of keys? Will every user get a visit from security agencies asking to turn those over to the government?