EU has ‘open mind’ on UK customs union talks, says official

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Jennifer Rankin in BrusselsFebruary 3, 2026 at 10:54 AM
EU has ‘open mind’ on UK customs union talks, says official

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Valdis Dombrovskis, the EU economy commissioner, stated that the European Commission is open to discussing closer trade ties with the UK. Speaking to the BBC, Dombrovskis indicated the EU is "ready to engage with an open mind" regarding potential trade agreements. This comes amid ongoing meetings between EU officials and UK ministers, including Rachel Reeves. The statement suggests a potential shift in the EU's stance towards exploring deeper economic cooperation with the UK, including the possibility of a customs union. The discussions aim to explore ways to improve trade relations between the UK and the EU.

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