DAILY NEWS ANALYSIS
28 February, 2020
2 Min Read
Syllabus subtopic: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests
Prelims and Mains focus: Brexit; the transition deal; conflicting issues between UK and EU regarding its implementation
News: Britain put the prospect of a chaotic Brexit back on the table as it set out its red lines for trade talks with the European Union.
Background
Britain left the EU on January 31, but both sides agreed to a standstill transition period lasting until December 31 to allow time to strike a new partnership.
About the issue
Likely consequences
This would see Britain’s currently seamless trading arrangements with the EU, forged over half a century, abruptly end after a post-Brexit transition period expires in December.
Demands of UK govt.
UK wants a free trade agreement similar to the EU’s deal with Canada, set alongside separate agreements on issues such as fishing, energy and aviation.
Concerns of EU regarding Britain’s demands
Regarding Financial Services
Other conflicting issues
The European Commission, which is negotiating on behalf of the EU’s 27 member states, said it was preparing for all scenarios.
Source: The Hindu
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