UK: Speech by European Union Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen at the London Stock Exchange, Part Six.

The video discusses the evolving nature of partnerships, emphasizing that they cannot remain the same due to various choices and their consequences. It highlights the importance of free movement for market access and the need for a level playing field. The European Union's negotiation objectives focus on maintaining integrity while designing a new partnership with zero tariffs and quotas. The video also covers the necessity of prioritizing during the transition period and the broad scope of the new partnership, including areas like climate action and data protection.

What is a key factor that affects the closeness of a partnership according to the video?

• The amount of capital invested

• The duration of the partnership

• The level of free movement and a level playing field

• The number of people involved

Why is it challenging to agree on every aspect of a new partnership without extending the transition period?

• Because the legal framework is not ready

• Because there are too many stakeholders

• Because the market is too volatile

• Because priorities need to be set

What is the European Union's main objective in the negotiations?

• To reduce labor costs

• To expand its territory

• To uphold the integrity of its single market and customs union

• To increase tariffs

What does the new partnership aim to achieve in terms of trade?

• Higher taxes on imports

• Zero tariffs, zero quotas, and zero dumping

• Increased tariffs and quotas

• Limited access to markets

Which areas are included in the scope of the new partnership?

• Only trade and commerce

• Healthcare and education

• Climate action, data protection, fisheries, energy, and transport

• Military and defense