Tanja Fajon, MEP, meets Brian Maguire over a coffee to talk about Europe’s handling of the migration crisis and the toxic impact of populism on Europe’s values.

Fajon, a Slovenian MEP and the Vice-Chair of the S&D Group in the European Parliament, voices frustration that Europe’s centrist parties are not cutting through the populist-driven news cycles, she warns that Europe’s founding values are at risk in next year’s European Elections if a populist surge materialises.

Arguing for a new communications approach ahead of the elections, Fajon expresses hope in the leadership of Spain’s Pedro Sanchez, saying she is encouraged by his clarity of leadership. Tanja Fajon is a Slovenian MEP and the Vice-Chair of the S&D Group in the European Parliament.