EU and UK strike conciliatory tone over possibility of Brexit trade deal being struck by autumn
30 Jul International & Trade

EU and UK strike conciliatory tone over possibility of Brexit trade deal being struck by autumn

UK government says it ‘still believes’ there is chance of reaching an agreement by October.
by Martin Banks
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In today’s world, EU trade policy is about much more than trade; it is a vehicle for promoting our values and standards around the world explains Phil Hogan.
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Her comments come as the European Commission on Monday issued a recommendation to Member States to open negotiations on a new partnership with the UK.

 

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