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The Berlin Trilogy: Europe! (w/ Ciarán from Corner Späti)

Casement's Leftovers

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Ireland's Relationship with the EU

Ireland's strong pro-EU stance is rooted in a desire to reduce dependency on the UK and avoid becoming a vassal state. Since joining the EU in 1975, Ireland has strategically shifted its trade relationships away from the UK towards the rest of Europe. This shift reflects a broader political objective to enhance national autonomy and safeguard against historical subordination to British influence. In the current context, there is a general consensus against leaving the EU, seen as crucial for Ireland's political and economic independence.

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