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The UK government’s bid to join the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) convention to alleviate post-Brexit supply chain issues is hindered by the European Commission, which cites concerns over unfair tariff qualifications. Despite support from UK trade groups, EU officials emphasize that joining PEM would require renegotiation of the existing post-Brexit trade deal, and tensions persist over the implementation of the Windsor framework for Northern Ireland.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: The UK wants to join a special trade group to help sell its goods better after Brexit, but the European Union is saying “no” right now, making it hard for the UK to improve its exports.
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