Ireland's Coveney: Brexit Backstop Won't Be Traded for Vague Promises

Ireland's Coveney: Brexit Backstop Won't Be Traded for Vague Promises

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The transcript discusses the complexities of Brexit, focusing on its impact on Ireland and the commitments made by the British Government. It highlights the importance of protecting the peace process and maintaining an all-island economy. The speaker expresses concerns over the UK's current stance on negotiations and the potential for a no-deal Brexit. Communication between the UK and Ireland is ongoing, but an agreement has not been reached. The withdrawal agreement aimed to balance interests, but recent actions by the British Government threaten previous commitments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the British Government's commitments discussed in the first section?

To reduce immigration

To increase military cooperation

To protect the peace process in Ireland

To enhance trade with the EU

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the upcoming meeting between Boris Johnson and Leo Varadkar?

To address the lack of progress in Brexit negotiations

To discuss the peace process

To finalize a trade agreement

To improve diplomatic relations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the outcome of the ongoing conversations between Britain and Ireland?

No significant progress in reaching an agreement

An agreement on the peace process

A finalized trade deal

A new immigration policy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the withdrawal agreement between the UK and the EU?

To create a new trade bloc

To increase military presence in Ireland

To protect the peace process and prevent a hard border in Ireland

To establish a new currency

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What stance has Ireland taken regarding the peace process in the Brexit negotiations?

Ireland is willing to compromise on the peace process

Ireland has no interest in the peace process

Ireland wants to end the peace process

Ireland refuses to compromise on the peace process