UK Needs to Hire Hundreds of Top Negotiators to Strike post-Brexit Deals

The video discusses the art of negotiation, emphasizing the importance of body language and skilled negotiators. It highlights the challenges the UK faces post-Brexit in negotiating trade deals, given its limited number of experienced negotiators compared to other nations. The UK must recruit and train hundreds of skilled negotiators to compete globally, focusing on hiring experts in international trade law. The government plans to attract Britons from Brussels, retirees, and international help to fill these roles.

What is a key aspect to be mindful of when negotiating a deal?

• Your body language

• The time of day

• The color of your outfit

• The location of the meeting

Why is the UK facing challenges in trade negotiations post-Brexit?

• Lack of experienced negotiators

• Lack of interest from other countries

• Too many trade deals to handle

• Increased tariffs

What is a significant pressure point in high-stakes trade negotiations?

• The type of refreshments served

• The length of the meeting

• The weather conditions

• The interests of various groups

How does the UK's number of trade negotiators compare to other countries?

• The UK has the same number of negotiators as the European Commission

• The UK has more negotiators than China

• The UK has fewer negotiators than Canada

• The UK has more negotiators than the US

What strategy might the UK use to increase its number of skilled negotiators?

• Training current government employees

• Outsourcing negotiations to other countries

• Recruiting Britons from Brussels and retirees

• Hiring local high school graduates