Summary
Sir Keir Starmer and Ursula von der Leyen are set to finalize a UK/EU defence pact and a fishing rights agreement, laying the groundwork for broader economic negotiations at a summit on May 19. The defence deal aims to enhance trust amid Russian aggression and facilitate discussions on youth mobility, energy cooperation, and trade barriers. While fishing quotas for EU vessels will continue for at least two years, significant negotiations remain on dynamic alignment with EU laws, youth mobility, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
