What Macron, Merkel & Trump Think of Johnson's Brexit Plan - Brexit Explained

The video discusses recent developments in Brexit negotiations, focusing on Boris Johnson's meetings with Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron. Both leaders suggested potential changes to the backstop, with Merkel setting a 30-day deadline for solutions. The video explores interpretations of these statements and their implications for Johnson's strategy. It also examines potential solutions to the backstop issue and Johnson's diplomatic efforts at the G7 meeting, highlighting his interactions with global leaders and the impact on international relations.

What was the significant change in Merkel and Macron's stance during Johnson's visit?

• They refused to negotiate any changes to the backstop.

• They decided to extend the Brexit deadline indefinitely.

• They set a 30-day limit for Johnson to propose a solution.

• They agreed to remove the backstop entirely.

What are the two possible interpretations of Merkel and Macron's statements on the backstop?

• A plan to delay Brexit or to accelerate it.

• A desire to isolate the UK or to integrate it further.

• An intention to dissolve the EU or a plan to strengthen it.

• A genuine willingness to compromise or a strategic move to shift blame.

What is the proposed change to the backstop discussed in the transcript?

• Applying the backstop to the entire UK.

• Removing the backstop entirely.

• Narrowing the backstop to cover only agrifoods.

• Expanding the backstop to include all goods.

How does Johnson aim to balance relations at the G7 meeting?

• By focusing solely on US relations.

• By prioritizing trade with China.

• By ignoring EU leaders.

• By maintaining positive relations with both the US and EU.

What was the reaction of the EU to Johnson's performance at the G7?

• They believed Johnson was not serious about a deal.

• They viewed no deal as the baseline.

• They now believe Johnson wants a deal.

• They decided to cut all negotiations with the UK.

What was Donald Trump's stance on Johnson's leadership?

• He endorsed Johnson as a great Prime Minister.

• He remained neutral on Johnson's leadership.

• He suggested Johnson should resign.

• He criticized Johnson's approach to Brexit.

What is Johnson's approach to a post-Brexit trade deal with the US?

• He wants a quick deal regardless of the terms.

• He aims for a comprehensive deal that maximizes UK interests.

• He refuses to negotiate with the US.

• He plans to delay any trade deals indefinitely.