According to Politico, the fisheries case raises France, which seeks more favourable conditions for its Fishing industry.
Politico quotes Swedish Minister for EU Affairs Jessica Rosencrantz, according to which "fast advancement in the formal safety agreement with the UK is crucial, especially in times of increased tension around Ukraine".
Theoretically, the paper could be signed in May. The agreement would benefit United Kingdombecause its companies would be allowed to order from the common, EU budget worth €150 billion.
EU-UK agreement under threat. Against the background of delicate issues
Rosencrantz, however, points out that the contract will not be signed unless the case is completed in another "sensitive" issues. Among another things, access to British territorial waters for European fishing fleets.
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When asked if it was possible to conclude defence and fisheries agreements separately, the Minister replied that "we must find a way to do both due to the fact that we want to decision forward with the defence partnership."
Politico besides indicates that France is ‘determined’ to push for more favourable conditions for fishing rights.
Security pact. Reset in relations with London
The safety Pact was to be a reset in the relations between the Union and the UK, which left the Community in 2020. Meanwhile, the fisheries issue has again worsened relations between London and Paris.
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Politico points out that negotiations are presently underway on key issues that block the signing of the pact. Apart from fishing, there is besides a question of youth mobility and a border policy towards Gibraltar.
Source: Politico
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