U.K.'s Hammond Says New Brexit Referendum May Be Needed

The transcript discusses the impact of UK political changes on Japanese investment and the unchanged positions of the EU and UK Parliament regarding Brexit. It highlights the EU's unwillingness to reopen the withdrawal agreement and Parliament's resistance to a no-deal exit. The speaker suggests that a compromise in Parliament or a public vote through a referendum or general election could resolve the situation.

What was the main purpose of the speaker's trip to Japan?

• To negotiate a new trade deal

• To visit family

• To discuss Japanese investment in the UK

• To attend a cultural festival

What is the European Union's position regarding the withdrawal agreement?

• They are open to renegotiating it

• They refuse to reopen it

• They are undecided

• They have already signed a new agreement

What is Parliament's stance on a no-deal exit?

• They support it

• They are neutral

• They oppose it

• They have not decided yet

What are the two potential solutions mentioned by the speaker to resolve the political issue?

• A new trade deal or a public vote

• Parliament finding a compromise or a public vote

• Parliament finding a compromise or a new trade deal

• A new trade deal or a change in leadership

What democratic processes are suggested to test public opinion again?

• A general election or a public debate

• A referendum or a general election

• A public survey or a referendum

• A public debate or a public survey