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Brexit: A Lose-Lose Game
- Brexit is a "lose-lose game" for both the UK and the EU, offering no added value.
- The current difficulties faced by the UK, while not solely due to Brexit, are exacerbated by it.
Theresa May's Character
- Michel Barnier respects Theresa May's courage and tenacity during Brexit negotiations.
- He observed she was surrounded by self-interested colleagues.
Ideology vs. Pragmatism
- Barnier found Boris Johnson more ideological and less pragmatic than May.
- He believes ideology hampered negotiations during Johnson's premiership.