Spain and France Back UK Return to EU
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed the prospect of Britain rejoining the European Union. Both leaders also agreed that Europe must strengthen its trade defences against Chinese competition.
Spain and France welcomed the United Kingdom back to the European Union on Wednesday afternoon, while pressing for stricter trade defences against China in key industries. The joint stance follows British Prime Minister Andy Burnham floating the prospect of the UK rejoining the bloc earlier in the day. Both European leaders face upcoming elections next year as far-right parties gain momentum.
