Jean-Claude Juncker and Theresa May attend news conference

The transcript discusses the EU's response to the UK's decision to leave, emphasizing the importance of an orderly withdrawal. It highlights the EU's rules for member state withdrawal, the status of the withdrawal agreement, and the challenges faced in UK ratification. The EU's negotiation efforts, including meetings and reassurances, aim to facilitate the UK's ratification process. The transcript also covers discussions on the future EU-UK relationship and the backstop issue.

What is the primary aim of the European Union regarding the UK's withdrawal?

• To ensure a disorderly exit

• To protect citizens' rights and maintain peace

• To increase trade barriers

• To isolate the UK from Europe

What is the joint responsibility of the EU and the UK mentioned in the transcript?

• To increase tariffs on goods

• To dissolve the European Union

• To ensure a smooth withdrawal process

• To create new trade barriers

What has been a significant challenge in the ratification process on the UK side?

• Opposition from other EU countries

• Financial constraints

• Difficulty in reaching a consensus

• Lack of public support

What was one of the key topics discussed in the meetings between the EU and UK negotiators?

• The future of the Euro

• The backstop and future relationship

• The reduction of trade tariffs

• The expansion of the EU

Where did one of the meetings between the EU and UK negotiators take place?

• In the desert of Egypt

• In the mountains of Switzerland

• In the forests of Germany

• In the city of Paris