Human crisis or crisis of humanity? Professor Jane McAdam speaks with Radio National
Published on the 07 Sep 2015 by Professor Jane McAdam
Pressure is continuing to grow to make European nations take a more active role in aiding the surge of refugees fleeing Syria. Both Austria and Germany have now opened their borders to thousands. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said, "If Europe fails on the question of refugees it won't be the Europe we wished for". At the same time many are still reluctant to view the crisis as a global responsibility. But what's at the heart of their reluctance?
Jonathan Green from RN Sunday Extra speaks with Ramesh Thakur, Erika Feller and, Centre Director, Professor Jane McAdam. Listen to the full program.