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“Brexit is most of all about people. It is about the rights of our citizens, preserving the peace in Northern Ireland and safeguarding jobs affected by the UK’s departure,” said European Parliament President Antonio Tajani, following Brexit chief negotiator Michel Barnier’s debrief on the Brexit agreement at the Conference of Presidents.

“We believe in democracy and respect the decision of the British people. The text agreed to by the European Union and United Kingdom is the first step on a long road. Nevertheless, I am optimistic that it will pave the way towards a close future EU-UK relationship. As I have always said, the United Kingdom is leaving the European Union, not Europe,” added Tajani.

“I would like to thank Michel Barnier for his tireless work and the spirit of cooperation that has underpinned the relationship between us. I would also like to acknowledge the essential input provided by the European Parliament‘s Brexit steering group.

“This agreement should reflect that any outcome will be inferior to full membership, while safeguarding EU27 interests and citizens’ rights. It demonstrates what the European Union stands for: solidarity and unity among its members.

“I also want to make clear that this is just the beginning of a new phase. The European Parliament will be called upon to approve the agreement and will therefore continue to scrutinize developments, ensuring that our red lines are delivered upon,” President Tajani concluded.

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