The UK and the European Union (EU) have reached an agreement on logistics arrangements for British Northern Ireland. It put an end to the strife that had soured relations between the two countries since Britain left the EU, and paved the way for better relations.
British Prime Minister Sunak and European Commission President von der Leyen announced on the 27th that they had reached an agreement on changes to the Northern Ireland protocol signed as part of the Brexit deal between the UK and the EU. The protocol set out the logistics and customs rules for Northern Ireland and mainland Britain.
Sunak described the deal as a “defining moment.” Mr von der Leyen said it was “special” and would be a “permanent” solution for all parties.
“This agreement will ensure smooth logistics across the UK, protect Northern Ireland’s position within the UK and protect the sovereignty of Northern Irish citizens,” Snak said at a joint press conference with Mr von der Leyen. claimed.
British Prime Minister Sunak explains the deal with the EU on Northern Ireland
Source: Bloomberg
The deal represents a victory for Prime Minister Sunak, who has sought to improve relations with the EU since taking office last October. It could also lead to stronger cooperation between the UK and the EU in areas such as financial services, security, science and research and immigration.
Sunak will now explain the agreement to the House of Representatives. Meanwhile, the European Commission’s Vice-President Shevchovic (in charge of interagency relations and foresight) will report to member states on the afternoon of the 27th.
For Sunak, however, the big task remains to convince the pro-British factions of Northern Ireland and the Euroskeptics of his ruling Conservative Party to accept the deal. Both sides had refused to approve the deal as of last week. Mr. Sunak said on Thursday that the parties would “take their time and be careful” to consider the details of the deal.
Original title:UK and EU Seal ‘Decisive Breakthrough’ on Northern Ireland(excerpt)
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