EEAS press officer Anitta Hipper addressed recent complications surrounding the appointment of Tanja Fajon, stating that the ongoing procedures are internal matters that remain confidential. When questioned about the origin of her candidacy—specifically whether the former Slovenian foreign minister submitted the nomination herself or if it was proposed by the Slovenian government—Hipper indicated that she did not possess further details on the matter. Hipper provided an overview of the established protocol for appointing EU special representatives.
According to the procedure, the High Representative of the European Union initiates the process by inviting Member States to submit candidate proposals through the Political and Security Committee (PSC) within the framework of the EU Council. Following this, the High Representative conducts a selection process, utilizing the expertise of the EEAS, and subsequently informs the committee of her decision. The formal adoption of the appointment decision is then completed by the Council.
The discussion centered on the procedural steps required for such high-level diplomatic appointments. Hipper emphasized that the established guidelines govern the selection process, making the details confidential until formal adoption. The remarks were made following discussions involving EU officials, including Kjaja Kallas, concerning the complexities surrounding the nomination of Fajon.
The statements clarify the mechanisms through which the EU Council proceeds about the selection and confirmation of key diplomatic roles.
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