Minister Tone Kajzer addressed questions regarding the appointment of Tanja Fajon as the EU Special Representative for the Sahel during a press briefing in Brussels. Speaking about a recent discussion with Kajo Kallas, Kajzer expressed concerns regarding the procedural transparency surrounding the selection process, particularly in relation to the actions of the previous government. He specifically questioned the integrity of the procedure, referencing the period when the fajon candidacy was being considered.
Kajzer noted that, at the time of the candidacy, the prior government was reportedly engaged only in routine administrative tasks. His focus, he emphasized, was not on the merits of the candidates themselves, but rather on ensuring that all established protocols expected of such high-level recruitment procedures were fully adhered to. Kajzer clarified that this standard of procedural oversight must apply universally, citing examples from both European and Slovenian institutional processes, drawing a parallel to his own participation in a meeting of EU foreign ministers.
Despite raising these concerns about the administrative framework, Kajzer concluded his remarks by stating that he currently has no outstanding questions about Kallas’ decision regarding the appointment of fajon. His comments underscore a focus on governance best practices, asserting that adherence to rigorous procedural standards is paramount, irrespective of the final outcome of diplomatic appointments.
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