U.K.'s Hammond Wants 'Pragmatic' Brexit to Protect Jobs

The video covers the UK Chancellor Philip Hammond's approach to Brexit negotiations, emphasizing a pragmatic and cooperative stance. Hammond prioritizes protecting jobs, economic growth, and prosperity. The sequencing of negotiations will start with the divorce settlement and EU citizens' rights, with trade talks contingent on sufficient progress.

What did Philip Hammond emphasize as a priority in the Brexit negotiations?

• Protecting jobs and economic growth

• Strengthening military alliances

• Increasing trade tariffs

• Reducing immigration

What was the tone of UK Chancellor Philip Hammond's approach to the negotiations?

• Uncertain and vague

• Pragmatic and cooperative

• Aggressive and confrontational

• Indifferent and neutral

What is the first focus of the Brexit negotiations according to the EU?

• Military cooperation

• Divorce settlement and rights of EU citizens

• Trade agreements

• Environmental policies

What is required for the UK to move on to trade talks with the EU?

• Approval from the UK Parliament

• Agreement on fishing rights

• Unanimity among the EU 27

• Completion of all negotiations

By when do EU officials hope to resolve the initial issues in the Brexit negotiations?

• By March

• By June

• By October

• By December