Ten years on, has the Brexit vote helped or hindered the EU?
Some said Britain’s departure would bring down the union, but countries are still queueing to join
TL;DR
- Brexit was predicted to cause a domino effect of countries leaving the EU, but no other country has followed.
- The UK's departure has made EU decision-making easier and allowed for increased focus on defense and security.
- The EU has created initiatives like the European Peace Facility to fund military equipment and operations, growing significantly in value.
- Several countries, including Moldova, Ukraine, Iceland, and Norway, are pursuing or considering EU membership.
- The EU faces new priorities such as Russia's war, Chinese economic competition, and the potential actions of Donald Trump.
- Some Eurosceptics regret Brexit, but acknowledge the decision of the British people.
- Internal political challenges exist within several EU member states, affecting their leaders' influence.
- The EU is considering plans to prevent future vetoes by new members after Hungary's disruptive influence.
- EU-UK relations are improving with plans for a "reset" summit focusing on economic and mobility agreements.
- There is no immediate prospect of the UK rejoining the EU, but the possibility is not entirely dismissed for the future.