The Intelligence from The Economist Pact unpacked: wobbly Brexit talks
Sep 7, 2020
John Peete, Brexit editor for The Economist, provides valuable insights into the current difficulties surrounding Britain’s post-Brexit negotiations with the EU. He highlights rising tensions over key issues like fisheries and the Northern Ireland border, stressing the urgency of political intervention to prevent a no-deal scenario. Meanwhile, Shashank Joshi, defense editor, discusses the new threats in space warfare, including the implications of anti-satellite tests and the significance of military strategies surrounding satellite technology.
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Brexit Negotiations Stalled
- Brexit negotiations are stalled due to disagreements on fisheries, state aid, and the Northern Ireland border.
- The UK's plan to rewrite the withdrawal agreement might further complicate the situation.
No-Deal Brexit Acceptable to Britain
- Britain insists that leaving without a deal is acceptable.
- A new British plan might rewrite the withdrawal agreement, causing tension.
Controversial Legislation
- The new British legislation aims to override customs controls between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
- This move is seen as provocative by the EU and could jeopardize a trade deal.