Invitation letter by President Donald Tusk to the members of the European Council (Art. 50) ahead of their special meeting on 25 November 2018 europa.eu/!Kv37vH
@eucopresident says Michel Barnier has achieved the objectives set out 2 yrs ago: to minimise disruption caused by Brexit; settle status of EU citizens; secure financial settlement; avoid a hard border in Ireland; prevent a legal vacuum for EU companies.
EU will work “resolutely towards building the best possible relationship with the UK after Brexit, as friends and partners.” We have 2 yrs to deliver an FTA, but transition can be extended by “up to two years” if necessary
“During these negotiations, no-one wanted to defeat anyone. We were all looking for a good & fair agreement. And I believe that we have finally found the best possible compromise. Given all of the above, I will recommend that on Sunday we approve the outcome of the negotiations”
