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UK – from maverick deserter to early-mover with clear purpose
Brexit no longer appears to be a maverick move by a recalcitrant deserter, but an early move in a global trend towards nationalist anti-establishment politics that many countries, especially in Europe, must face. UK PM May is a strong and capable leader and her speech on Tuesday set out clear objectives and a sense of purpose that setup the UK well for negotiations with the EU. While she offers partnership and support for the EU, she has prioritized seeking stronger trade and economic relationships with the rest of the world. In many respects, her position might be regarded as enviable by several countries inside the ... (full story)