UK-EU May summit could lay ground for review of post-Brexit deal, says German ambassador

Germany’s ambassador to the UK, Miguel Berger, expressed optimism about the upcoming EU-UK summit on May 19, viewing it as a potential starting point for improved relations and future discussions on revising Boris Johnson’s Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) in 2026. The summit aims to establish a new defence and security pact and address various reforms, including youth mobility and energy cooperation, though challenges remain due to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s red lines against returning to the single market and customs union. Berger emphasized the importance of the UK government’s ambition in negotiations and highlighted Germany’s ongoing support for deeper engagement with Britain.

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