This series of Talking Europe discussions are organised in partnership with the European Commission with the aim to foster debate on the European Union’s work and its effect on the everyday lives of citizens, involving stakeholders from civil society, political institutions and the wider European community.

Coinciding with the 2024 European elections, we’re featuring Members of European Parliament representing various political groups to take stock of the milestones and achievements of the 2019-2024 mandate, examine the key issues at the heart of this year’s campaign, discuss ongoing challenges to democracy and the rule of law, and look ahead to the upcoming mandate beginning later this year.

Our guest, Hannah Neumann MEP (Greens/EFA), joins us to discuss, amongst other things, the outcomes of the recent EU elections, the effects of the climate crisis on citizens’ lives and how to counter it, how best to support Ukraine against Russia’s ongoing war of aggression, countering disinformation and foreign interference, how to progress and protect gender equality and diversity, and hopes for the future of Europe.