The UK-EU deal is a landmark moment that promises to deepen ties and improve defence and security cooperation, but what does it mean for the future of Brexit?
The world has undergone significant changes since the original Brexit deal was negotiated. With Russia‘s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and President Trump‘s reluctance to subsidise European security, ‘the conversation around defence has shifted’ . As a result, both sides are now exploring closer defence and security ties.
The United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union, commonly known as Brexit, was a complex and multifaceted process.
On June 23, 2016, a national referendum was held in which 51.9% of voters chose to leave the EU.
The UK officially departed from the EU on January 31, 2020, marking the end of its 47-year membership.
Brexit has significant implications for trade, immigration, and economic policies between the UK and EU countries.
The British government is keenly aware that the next 24 hours may be triggering for those who were affected by the Brexit noise in the past. They promise not to take the UK back into three of the biggest pillars of the EU: its customs union, single market, or freedom of movement of people around the bloc. However, there are plenty of aspects being discussed.
The Labour manifesto from last year’s general election provides a guide to what the government wants and offers a tool for scrutinizing their achievements. The party promises an improved relationship with the EU, which would deepen ties. They also aim to improve the UK’s trade and investment relationship with the European Union, remove unnecessary barriers to trade, and establish a veterinary agreement.
The EU is keen on introducing a youth mobility scheme, allowing young people from the UK and EU to travel more easily. This is a significant development, as some may see it as freedom of movement by the back door. It remains to be seen exactly what details have been agreed upon.
The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe.
The EU was established by the Maastricht Treaty in 1992 and has its headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.
Its main objectives include promoting economic integration, ensuring peace and stability, and protecting the rights of citizens.
The EU has a single market allowing for free movement of goods, services, and people between member states.
The UK is willing to pay for access to various EU schemes, while the European Union’s court will play a role in settling disputes. The government has expressed interest in dynamic alignment, which could lead to accepting future changes in EU rules. This may be seen as a fundamental dilution of a key tenet of Brexit.
The current negotiations mark a landmark moment in the UK-EU deal. Both sides will highlight the importance of improved defence and security cooperation, while removing queues for Brits visiting EU countries. The outcome will depend on the details agreed upon, with both Labour and the government presenting their perspectives on the deal.
