Thread by @FranceintheUK

The French community in the 🇬🇧 is "one of the most important ones in the world, with more than 143 000 French citizens signed up on consular registers" - Europe Minister @NathalieLoiseau addresses the 🇫🇷 community at the @ifru_london

"If there are so many of you which are established here, it is a sign that our talents are sought after and appreciated. You bring a '🇫🇷 touch', so loved in many different fields"

"Beyond exiting the #EU, #France will remain a key partner for the #UK, in every single sector."

"The #EU27 are united behind the negociator of the entire #EU, @MichelBarnier. It is united that we will best defend our interests - your interests - with the greatest efficiency. What also unites us is also the future of our citizens in the UK."

"We are determined to do everything to secure a final deal which will ensure your rights are secured in the #UK, to ensure that family ties are safeguarded"

"Leaving without a deal with evidently come at a high cost, for the #EU and even more so for the #UK. I remain optimistic, even if it is our duty to prepare for every scenario, including this one."

"Our overseas services in the #UK, and in particular, our consular services, will remain entirely mobilised to accompany you throughout this difficult period, to relay your concerns and to inform you as much as possible"

"We have in fact strengthened our staffing at the @ConsulFranceUK"

"#France and the #I UK will remain, whatever happens, exceptional partners, always united on what is essential: the promotion of our values, the fight against terrorism, and the defense of multilateralism" - 🇫🇷 Europe Minister @NathalieLoiseau #LoiseauUK