Britain was among Europe’s most progressive voices on climate policy. Its imminent withdrawal leaves the European Union grappling with voices of dissent from member states such as Poland.
UKIP leader Nigel Farage was an architect of Britain’s seismic decision to leave the European Union.
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The populist appeal of simplistic answers to complex solutions is a challenge for political leaders.There are times when expertise and experience must prevail over the popular mood of the moment.
A lack of constructive critique of the EU’s failings is giving rise to widespread European populism and dissent.
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Europe at the moment is divided into two stark responses to the EU – exit or remain. A third, better option would be to stay, but challenge and change it from within.
Australia could stand to benefit from trade with a newly liberated UK.
Markets plunged after the UK voted to exit the EU. Africa’s trade relations with both the EU and UK will be affected by the decision.
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The London area has been the U.K.’s political and economic power center, causing the social inequality with other parts of England and Wales that fueled the leave campaign.
UKIP’s Nigel Farage and others blamed immigration for the desire to “leave.” But the real subject of the referendum was a dismal economy that stopped working for most Brits.
The Brexit is on, shifting the political landscape in Europe. Scholars from Cornell, Pennsylvania State and Colorado State universities comment on what it means for U.S. foreign policy and investors.
Time for Australia to make new friends in Europe.
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