“It was a long and winding road -- but we have got a deal to show for it," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said. "Even outside the European Union, Britain will remain an important partner for Germany and the European Union." "We have signed the first free trade agreement based on zero tariffs and zero quotas that has ever been achieved with the EU. The post-Brexit trade deal that he struck with Britain will see the UK fleet increase its catch in waters once subject to EU quota rules. "I know the European Union will support its fishermen and women.

Source: Mint December 24, 2020 15:18 UTC