Britain’s political turmoil shatters its pragmatic image
Associated PressLISBON, Portugal — When the United Kingdom walked out of the European Union two years ago, Brexit supporters believed British pragmatism and common sense would not only see them through but also allow their country to flourish as it stood alone. “There is no question that the U.K.’s standing in the world has been severely battered by and by the revolving door of prime ministers,” said Bronwen Maddox, director of the international affairs think tank Chatham House. But tragic tragic for a great nation.” Maddox, of Chatham House, said Brexit was a seismic event, delivering “a huge shock to the country’s position in the world,” and left diplomats in London scratching their heads. “I hope in any case that Great Britain can find stability as rapidly as possible, and move forward,” French President Emmanuel Macron said at an EU summit in Brussels. “Stability is very important,” he said, “given the fairly significant geopolitical issues facing Europe the war in Ukraine and the energy crisis.” Michel Barnier, who negotiated the terms of Brexit on behalf of the EU, said he took no pleasure in Britain’s discomfiture.
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