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General Affairs Council – 28 January 2020
30 January 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement covers Christopher Pincher's participation in the General Affairs Council meeting chaired by Andreja Metelok-Zgombić, discussing various EU priorities including accession negotiations and the Conference on the Future of Europe.
Action Requested
Pincher reiterates the UK's commitment to maintaining a positive relationship with the EU post-exit and expresses hope for agreeing upon a high-quality free trade agreement by year-end.
Key Facts
- Andreja Metelok-Zgombić chaired the General Affairs Council on 28 January.
- The meeting covered accession negotiations with Serbia, EU position on TIR Convention, and safeguarding Ukraine's territorial integrity.
- Croatia presented its priorities including legislation related to the next multiannual financial framework and enabling an orderly UK withdrawal from the EU.
- There was a discussion on the proposed Conference on the Future of Europe.
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