Brexit trade talks: UK must 'put cards on table'
(VOVWORLD) - European Council President Charles Michel said it was "time for the UK to put its cards on the table" after a phone call with Boris Johnson.
 UK flag (R) and EU flag in London, UK on Oct 17, 2019 (AFP/VNA) |
He said the EU prefers a deal, but not at any cost. Meanwhile, the British Prime Minister told the EU leader that the UK was "ready" for the transition period to expire at the end of the year with no deal in place. Johnson underlined the UK's "clear commitment" to try to reach an accord, but added the country was ready for a no-deal situation if talks fail.