Post-Brexit Deal for Gibraltar Nears Completion
Spain and UK Make Significant Progress
A post-Brexit agreement on border checks and transit for Gibraltar is on the verge of being signed, according to Spanish and British officials. The deal is said to be "within kissing distance," with both sides making significant progress in recent weeks.
The UK and Spain have been negotiating the post-Brexit status of Gibraltar since the UK voted to leave the European Union in 2016. Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory located on the southern coast of Spain. The territory has a population of around 34,000 people and has been a source of tension between the UK and Spain for centuries.
Key Provisions of the Deal
The key provisions of the deal are expected to include:
- The creation of a "shared zone" between Gibraltar and Spain, which would allow for the free movement of people and goods.
- The establishment of a joint border management system.
- The continued application of EU law in Gibraltar.
The deal is expected to be signed by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in the coming days.
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