What Brexit Deal Do EU Countries Want? - Brexit Explained

The video discusses the complex Brexit negotiations, focusing on the interests and concerns of various EU nations. Germany and France emphasize protecting the single market and regulatory standards, while Italy and Spain focus on softer Brexit and trade. Poland and Romania prioritize citizens' rights and EU funding, whereas Belgium and Greece are concerned about economic stability. The Czech Republic and Portugal stress EU unity and relations with the US. Sweden and Hungary have divergent views, with Sweden focusing on financial agreements and Hungary supporting sovereignty.

What is the main challenge the UK faces in negotiating Brexit with the EU?

• Dealing with a single EU entity

• Ignoring citizens' rights

• Negotiating with 28 different EU nations

• Focusing only on trade agreements

Why is Germany concerned about the UK cherry-picking EU membership benefits?

• It would increase Germany's trade with the UK

• It would lead to more EU countries joining

• It could weaken the single market

• It would strengthen the UK's economy

What is a key concern for France regarding post-Brexit trade?

• Focusing on trade with the US

• Reducing trade with non-EU countries

• Increasing tariffs on UK goods

• Maintaining simple trade due to proximity

What is Italy's primary focus in the Brexit negotiations?

• Reducing citizens' rights

• Increasing trade with the UK

• Strengthening military ties with the UK

• Securing the EU budget and agencies

Why is Spain particularly concerned about citizens' rights post-Brexit?

• To reduce trade with the UK

• To increase tourism from the UK

• Because of its border with Ireland

• Due to the large number of British expats in Spain

What is a major concern for Poland in the Brexit negotiations?

• Protecting Polish citizens' rights in the UK

• Increasing military presence in the UK

• Strengthening ties with Russia

• Reducing trade with the UK

What is Romania's main concern regarding Brexit?

• Impact on EU funding

• Reducing citizens' rights

• Strengthening military ties with the UK

• Increasing trade with the UK

What is Belgium's stance on post-Brexit security cooperation?

• They seek continued security cooperation with the UK

• They aim to reduce intelligence sharing with the UK

• They want to end all security ties with the UK

• They plan to increase military presence in the UK

What is a key concern for Greece regarding a no-deal Brexit?

• Reducing citizens' rights

• Strengthening ties with the US

• Increased trade with the UK

• Economic meltdown in the EU

How does Hungary's stance on Brexit differ from other EU countries?

• They seek to strengthen military ties with the UK

• They aim to reduce citizens' rights in the UK

• They want to increase trade barriers with the UK

• They support the UK's right to leave without punishment