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MEPs debate #Brexit and relations with #China following EU spring summit
Recent Brexit developments dominated the 27 March discussion, with most speakers highlighting that preserving the rights of UK and EU-27 citizens is a priority.
In the plenary debate with European Council President Donald Tusk and Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker (pictured), most of the European Parliament group leaders praised the decisions taken by EU heads of state or government in their 21-22 March summit to avoid a disastrous no-deal Brexit scenario. They expressed solidarity with pro-EU UK movements and criticized the UK government for its handling of the situation since Article 50 was activated.
Relations with China and the summit’s conclusions on the economy were also a key concern, resulting in calls for strong action at the upcoming EU-China summit, as well as in overall economic policy, to strengthen European values and companies alike.
Opening statements by Donald TUSK, president of the European Council and by Jean-Claude JUNCKER, president of the European Commission.
MEPs debate, first round - to view video replays of statements by specific speakers, click on a name.
Closing statements by Michel BARNIER, European Commission Chief Negotiator for Article 50, Jyrki KATAINEN, vice president of the EC and Donald TUSK, president of the European Council.
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