Michel Barnier Walking from Negotiations

The transcript covers a discussion about the French language, references to historical contexts, speculation about a deal before Christmas, and Mr. Barney's busy schedule.

What was the context of the conversation about French?

What does the speaker mean by 'it was older'?

What kind of deal is being referred to in the conversation?

Who is Mr. Barney in the context of this conversation?

What does the phrase 'So busy' imply about the speaker's situation?