British gov rates chances of Brexit deal in 2020 “definitely better than 2-1”.
And gets a big hmmm from Brussels
“Everybody knows that the UK is the world of betting men, but betting alone won’t result in a trade agreement."
theguardian.com/politics/2020/…
And gets a big hmmm from Brussels
“Everybody knows that the UK is the world of betting men, but betting alone won’t result in a trade agreement."
theguardian.com/politics/2020/…
EU diplomat 1 "I wouldn’t bank on leaders having much time to cater to British fancy.”
EU diplo 2: “If Number 10 doesn’t change its negotiating approach, we will very likely be looking at a no-deal scenario."
EU view: Second round no progress normal, but this isn't normal neg.
EU diplo 2: “If Number 10 doesn’t change its negotiating approach, we will very likely be looking at a no-deal scenario."
EU view: Second round no progress normal, but this isn't normal neg.
One point where EU and UK are on the same page is the limits of the videoconference format.
Glitchy links. No coffee chat and 'what about this' over sandwiches. No chance to rally, plan strategy with your own side.
Glitchy links. No coffee chat and 'what about this' over sandwiches. No chance to rally, plan strategy with your own side.
