OECD's Catherine Mann: Brexit Is Deleterious to Growth

The transcript discusses the complexities of Brexit negotiations, focusing on immigration and access to the single market. It highlights France's potential to attract talent post-Brexit, the challenges within the European political climate, and the economic implications of Brexit. The discussion also covers the tradeoffs of a hard Brexit, emphasizing the importance of the four freedoms of the European Union.

What is one of the main challenges France faces in attracting talent post-Brexit?

• Language barriers

• Lack of infrastructure

• Retaining the talent once attracted

• High taxation rates

What political change in France could impact its role in Europe?

• A new trade agreement with the UK

• A shift towards the far-right in elections

• A coalition government with Germany

• Increased immigration from non-EU countries

What is a significant immediate impact of Brexit mentioned in the video?

• Improved relations with the US

• Decreased growth and investment

• Growth in the UK's manufacturing sector

• Increased tourism in the UK

What is the trade-off involved in a hard Brexit?

• Prioritizing immigration control over single market access

• Strengthening ties with non-EU countries

• Increasing tariffs on European goods

• Reducing environmental regulations

What are the four freedoms that are essential to the European Union?

• Freedom of movement, goods, services, and capital

• Freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and press

• Freedom of trade, travel, education, and employment

• Freedom of business, investment, culture, and technology