EU Ambassador to the U.K. Sees New Momentum Toward Negotiations

The transcript discusses the recent call between Boris Johnson and Ursula, highlighting its importance in the EU-UK negotiation process. The EU is prepared for both deal and no-deal scenarios, with a preference for a deal to ensure certainty and maximize potential. Key areas for compromise include economic partnerships, fair play rules, and fisheries. The future of EU-UK relations is viewed optimistically, with shared values and strategic interests. Security and defence cooperation remains a critical area, with the EU open to discussions.

What was the main outcome of the recent call between Boris Johnson and Ursula von der Leyen?

• A new momentum in negotiations

• A decision to extend the transition period

• A finalized trade deal

• An agreement on fisheries

Why does the EU prefer having a deal with the UK?

• It allows for more competition

• It simplifies immigration policies

• It provides a framework and certainty

• It reduces trade barriers with other countries

What analogy is used to describe the negotiation process?

• Sailing a ship

• Building a house

• Cooking a meal

• Driving a car

Which area is NOT mentioned as a potential compromise in the EU-UK deal?

• Economic partnership

• Fair play rules

• Fisheries

• Immigration policies

What is the EU's stance on the UK's role in security and defense?

• The EU is not interested in cooperation

• The EU has closed the door on discussions

• The EU is ready to discuss whenever the UK is

• The EU wants to exclude the UK from security matters

What shared aspects are emphasized for future EU-UK relations?

• Political systems

• Cultural heritage

• Strategic interests and values

• Economic independence

How does the EU view the complexity of the talks with the UK?

• As straightforward and simple

• As complex due to the ambitious agenda

• As irrelevant to future relations

• As a minor obstacle