Brexit Negotiations Hit Last-Minute Snag

The transcript covers two main topics: the ongoing Brexit negotiations and the EU recovery fund. The UK is concerned about new demands from the EU, particularly from France, which could hinder a Brexit deal. The French emphasize negotiating from a position of strength. Meanwhile, the EU recovery fund is debated, with Poland proposing a compromise to drop its veto if the EU clarifies its stance on the rule of law. Hungary opposes linking funding to rule of law, while progressive EU countries insist on it. The discussion highlights the political and ideological divides within the EU.

What is the main concern of the UK in the Brexit negotiations?

• The EU's new demands, particularly from France

• The lack of support from the US

• The rising cost of negotiations

• The EU's refusal to discuss fishing rights

What compromise did Poland propose regarding the EU recovery fund?

• To link the fund to climate change initiatives

• To increase the fund's budget

• To exclude Hungary from the fund

• To drop its veto if the EU clarifies its stance on the rule of law

Why does Hungary oppose linking the recovery fund to the rule of law?

• It wants more financial aid

• It believes it infringes on national sovereignty

• It prefers bilateral agreements

• It disagrees with the EU's climate policies

Which country is particularly insistent on including the rule of law in the recovery fund?

• Italy

• France

• Germany

• Netherlands

What is the ideological concern for countries like the Netherlands regarding the recovery fund?

• Ensuring funds are used for environmental projects

• Preventing funds from going to countries they see as illiberal democracies

• Increasing the overall budget of the fund

• Linking the fund to military spending