On November 2nd, local time, European Union Foreign and Security Policy Chief Catherine Carer stated that due to the ‘psychological trauma’ caused by Britain’s departure from the EU, British Prime Minister Andrew Burnham will face difficult negotiations when trying to get Britain back into the EU. In future negotiations, it is unlikely that Brussels will make concessions.
Karras said during a joint press conference with British Defense Secretary Wes Streeting, "It depends on the final agreement reached. First and foremost, we need to consider what the British people want to see. But at the same time, I must also point out that Brexit has caused psychological trauma for many people within the European Union."
So, these negotiations, you know, will be extremely difficult. Krasus said.
Earlier, the two were asked whether the reports suggesting that “EU officials might allow the UK to rejoin the EU without requiring the UK to join the eurozone or the Schengen Area” are true.
Recently, Burnham made a series of statements regarding the desire to strengthen relations between the UK and the EU, including discussing the possibility of allowing free movement of people between the two parties. These remarks have pleased many in Brussels.
Karlas said that the UK and the EU should be more cautious, and she argued that their relationship should be strengthened over time.
"I think what's important is that we want to build closer relationships, because you are very close to us, and being united will make us stronger. But let's take it step by step," she said.
Bernam has promised to conduct a national debate regarding Britain’s future relationship with Brussels, including the option of rejoining the EU.
Later this month, Burnham is expected to hold an EU-UK summit with European leaders. At that meeting, he will discuss various policy options that the British government can pursue simultaneously.
