During the G7 summit, Johnson and Biden were photographed talking together
The Group of Seven (G7) summit was held from 11th to 13th of this month in the seaside resort of Cabis Bay, Cornwall in southwestern England. In addition to the leaders of the member states, Britain, America, France, Germany, Japan and Italy, the European Council Chairman Mi Schell and European Commission President von der Lein were also invited to attend the meeting. However, around this offline meeting of the “Developed Countries Clubs”, the British columnist Simon Tisdell saw some differences.
The beginning of the article said: Under the tense and friendly atmosphere of the G7 summit, there is a kind of visceral fear-Biden is trying to establish a so-called democratic alliance to contain China and Russia, but this behavior will divide the world into two. , Making Europe betrayed by Britain in a dilemma.
Obviously, when describing the roles played by all parties in the G7 summit, the article divides the United Kingdom and other European countries into two different camps.
When portraying other European countries, the article said that although some members of the public applauded Biden’s key message that the United States is “back” after Trump’s extreme nationalism, “European leaders seem to be Far from being persuaded.” They worry that the European Union may be involved in the second endless cold war. In addition, by 2024, Biden, who is 82 years old, may be “hawkish” Trump or another partner. People of the same type as Lampe stepped down. Such unstable factors also made the leaders of these European countries suspicious about the development of US-EU relations.
Not only that, the article said that a recent survey conducted by the European Commission on Foreign Relations on EU countries reflects people’s concerns about Europe’s future in a hostile world. The report revealed that “people generally lack confidence in the ability of the United States to regain leadership in the West”, and most Europeans believe that the US political system has collapsed.

Biden and Johnson (right) “In short, they no longer trust anyone. On the contrary, most people believe that Europe should develop a unified response to global threats. They prefer pragmatic partnerships rather than permanent alliances.” The article concluded. But when it comes to the performance of the United Kingdom, the tone of the article is completely different: “Marked by the revised “Atlantic Charter” and many’Cornishian’ clichés, Johnson spoke to Biden and the United States at the G7 summit. Flattery and embrace send a clear message to Europe.” The article then uses the United Kingdom as a metaphor, saying that it is “like a whipped bulldog that is eager to be favored. After Brexit, the United Kingdom will become a pet that obeys Washington and needs help.” Although Johnson is not Wins. Don Churchill, but the article says, just like Churchill in 1941, Johnson now desperately needs American support. In summary, the article finally settled in Europe’s future analysis stated that for EU leaders, the G7 continues the illusion of power and purpose. Unless these countries immediately grasp the destiny of Europe, Europe will be squeezed like an immature lemon. Between global hostile forces that are inconsistent with European values ​​and interests. And “Europe’s choice”-either become a stand-up actor on the world stage, or become the laughing stock of Trump and Johnson. It is worth noting that when the Guardian published this article, it was ironically accompanied by a photo of Johnson and Biden being photographed talking together during the G7 summit. In the photo, the two turned their backs to the camera, and Biden’s left hand slapped Johnson’s back, the latter leaning forward with a smile on his face. The image of Britain conveyed by the photo also triggered discussion among netizens. ↓ “As clearly shown in the picture, it is a pet on a leash. Sit down and serve as a treat!” “Britain is our English Bulldog.” “Britain will become America’s pet, and Europe’s future is full of risks.’Now put your toys away, be a good boy, get me a cup of coffee, no milk.'” In addition, some people agreed with the analysis of the article. ↓ “The EU is a’bitter lemon’… a lot of truth.” However, some people do not agree with the content of the article. ↓ “What a shockingly biased report, mixed with the author’s personal opinions. But what can you expect differently from The Guardian?”

German companies and Brexit “A big disappointment”

Status: 16.06.2021 5:08 p.m.

New customs controls, more bureaucracy, additional costs: Brexit is causing many German companies to consider whether they can still maintain locations in Great Britain. By Aylin Dülger, tagesschau.de Little of what Heller makes stays in England. The company from Nürtingen near Stuttgart operates worldwide. The mechanical engineering company exports components that are installed in machines for milling engine and metal parts at the UK site of Redditch in the county of Worcestershire. From there they reach end customers in many different industries. Both export and import are part of day-to-day business. Brexit will put this business to the test. “For a long time we clung to the illusion that in the end a solution based on partnership would emerge,” says Heller boss Klaus Winkler. Instead, the Brexit agreements created a very bureaucratic construct.

05/31/2021

The truck takes eight days instead of three

Like many of the small and medium-sized companies that form the backbone of the export-oriented German economy, Heller is now struggling with additional customs controls and bureaucracy. “We have a completely different form war,” says Winkler. “A truck that we send from Nürtingen to England now takes between eight and ten days. We used to do it in three days.”

Klaus Winkler, Head of the Heller Group: “Long indulged in an illusion” The Chamber of Commerce and Industry also moved in April British Chamber of Commerce in Germany a first sobering Brexit balance sheet . Two thirds of the companies surveyed assessed the effects of the new foreign trade rules with Great Britain more negatively than expected at the beginning of the year. More than three quarters of all respondents reported difficulties in moving goods. And almost every fifth company has therefore decided to completely stop foreign trade with the island.

05/12/2021

Fear of withdrawal

For Heller, completely forgoing foreign trade with Great Britain is a horror scenario that the company is trying to avert. Business has been slowed down enormously, said Winkler. “We had to convey to our colleagues in Great Britain in a credible manner that we do not intend to question the location in Redditch, but rather to preserve it if it can somehow be done.” In order not to jeopardize its competitiveness, the special machine manufacturer will have to constantly reassess the situation in the near future. Because if the products become too expensive, customers threaten to turn to competitors – the location could no longer be held.

04/28/2021

Smaller companies more affected

Smaller companies in particular suffered from the additional administrative effort, according to Ulrich Hoppe, head of the German-British Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK) in London. That makes it no longer economically viable for many to serve the British market. “The medium-sized and large companies that are active in the United Kingdom are of course also struggling with the additional effort, but they can cushion it much better,” explains Hoppe. Despite the additional costs, the British market will remain very important due to its strategic importance. In 2020, Germany exported goods worth 66.85 billion euros to Great Britain. That was around 5.5 percent of total exports. This made the United Kingdom the fifth most important export market for the Federal Republic of Germany. So that German companies do not leave the island in the future, Heller boss Winkler would like to make goods traffic easier . He is hoping for less bureaucracy on the part of the English authorities, so that the additional effort can be reduced to a more bearable level. For the time being, however, disillusionment dominates. Even if Heller wants to stick to its British location: “Overall, Brexit is a big disappointment for us.”

European market China is significantly reducing investments

Status: 16.06.2021 12:53 p.m.

China invested less in the European market in 2020 than it has for ten years. Great Britain was particularly hard hit. It’s not just the corona pandemic to blame. China significantly reduced its direct investment in the European market last year. According to a joint report by the American Rhodium Group and Merics in Berlin, direct investments by the People’s Republic in the EU and Great Britain amounted to around 6.5 billion euros in 2020. Compared to the previous year, a decrease of 45 percent. That is the lowest level in ten years.

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Great minus for Great Britain

In the past year, even 77 percent less Chinese direct investment flowed into Great Britain. Even so, the UK remains one of the top three destinations for China’s investments in Europe – alongside France and Germany at the top. The three most important areas for Chinese investors were infrastructure, information and communication technology and electronics. Poland, promoted by a major acquisition, was a major new recipient last year.

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Stricter controls on Chinese purchases

However, many Chinese purchases are now being scrutinized more closely by the EU member states than in the past. Several planned takeovers did not materialize. In Germany, for example, the Federal Ministry of Economics stopped the planned sale of the radar specialist IMST from North Rhine-Westphalia to a Chinese company with links to the military. Several EU countries, including Italy, France, Poland and Hungary, had tightened their inspection mechanisms for direct investments from third countries last year. Investments continued to decline in the current year, according to the report. The reasons are the pandemic, high hurdles for capital outflows from China and tighter controls in the EU.

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Sanctions dispute exacerbates tensions

In addition, the tense relations between China and the EU are likely to play a role. That’s the way it is Investment protection agreements agreed in December between the EU and the People’s Republic is currently on hold and ratification by the European Parliament seems to be moving further and further into the distance. Another point of contention remains the human rights violations in China: In March, the EU Sanctions imposed on Chinese politicians and an organization for the first time in 30 years . The EU accuses China of violating human rights by suppressing the Uyghur Muslim minority in the Xinjiang region. As a result of the European punitive measures, China also reacted shortly thereafter with sanctions against European institutions and several EU politicians . With information from Ruth Kirchner, ARD Studio Beijing, currently Berlin

After Brexit Great Britain and Australia sign trade pact

Status: 15.06.2021 12:07 p.m. Great Britain and Australia have agreed on a free trade agreement. The deal will ensure further growth, announced the government in London. But there are also skeptical voices. For the first time since Brexit, Great Britain has signed a completely renegotiated trade agreement. Prime Minister Boris Johnson reached a free trade agreement with his Australian colleague Scott Morrison. The heads of government have cleared the last stumbling blocks out of the way in the past few days, said both sides.

Boost for 3.5 million employees?

Accordingly, manufacturers of cars and whiskey would benefit from duty-free, the government announced in London. Young Britons under 35 should be given more freedom to live and work in Australia. Industries with around 3.5 million employees in the UK received a boost. The contract will ensure further growth. “Today marks a new dawn in the UK’s relationship with Australia, one that is fueled by our shared history and values,” said Johnson. Australian Trade Minister Dan Tehan described the deal as a “gain for jobs, businesses, free trade”.

Exemption from duty for whiskey, among other things Image: dpa

“Good news for both countries”

In 2020, UK-Australian trade was worth £ 13.9 billion – around € 16.15 billion. The UK is Australia’s fifth largest trading partner. Before the British became part of the EU and with it the internal market in 1973, Australia was even the most important trading partner. Economist Gabriele Suder from RMIT University in Melbourne welcomed the British-Australian deal. This is good news for both countries. After all, it is the first agreement in the post-Brexit era. She expects the deal to bring the Australian economy 1.3 billion Australian dollars (around 830 million euros) annually. Other experts believe the pact will be more important to Britain. Australia has a strong trade focus on Asia.

analysis 04/27/2021

04/28/2021

British farmers fear imports

However, the pact with Australia is controversial in Great Britain. Farmers fear a flood of imports of lamb and beef as soon as customs duties cease to exist. This could affect British sheep and cattle farmers. The government in London stressed that the deal included ceilings on duty-free imports over the next 15 years, as well as quotas and other safeguards. Farmers’ associations called on parliament to closely monitor the contract. According to Australian data, the country’s farmers will benefit from the agreement.

Treaties with dozens of states

Great Britain is currently repositioning itself after Brexit. Since the UK left the EU, it has signed trade deals with dozens of countries. However, these were always copies of the pre-Brexit EU treaties with these states.

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The top four destinations, Spain, France, Italy and the United States, were eliminated, angering airlines and travel agencies as they continue to struggle to survive. Travelers returning from these four countries are still required to self-isolate upon their return to the UK. Turkey – a major destination is also off the list, tourists have to spend 10 days in quarantine and pay for themselves at the hotel. Despite lifting the ban on foreign travel, the British Government still advises people to avoid traveling to countries in the red or amber yellow bands on the Covid-19 warning map. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said it was the first step in Britain’s cautious return to international travel, with measures prioritizing protecting public health and ensuring no damage. achievements in recent years. Comercio Square (Lisbon, Portugal) amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Source: Reuters Many travel centers, airlines and tour operators in Southern Europe have been eagerly waiting for the “big guests” from the UK, but they will have to wait a few more months. Meanwhile, after Portugal entered the UK government’s “green list”, bookings increased by 250% in just a few days, according to statistics from Thomas Cook and Club Med. TUI also said it has added more flights to Portugal. Airlines, airports and travel businesses think the UK Government is being overly cautious; and such limited opening will continue to hinder the tourism industry, which already has many effective solutions to ensure safety. Representatives from Heathrow Airport and British Airways both called on the government to add more countries to the “green list” and allow fully vaccinated people to travel without restrictions. An opinion piece from the British Airline Pilots Association said: “This excessive caution by the government is extremely disappointing to all who work in the travel sector.”

Prince Philip’s spirit was taken from Windsor Castle to St George’s Chapel. Photo: Daily Mail Prince Philip (1921-2021), who held the title Duke of Edinburgh, died on April 9 at Windsor Castle. He is the crown prince (spouse of the head of the dynasty) in the world’s longest service, and has been married for 73 years with the Queen of England. The death of Prince Philip left a “big void” in the Queen’s life – in the words of her son Prince Andrew. According to royal standards, funerals took place at St. Basil’s Chapel. George, located on the grounds of Windsor Castle, at 3 p.m. local time on April 17 (21:00 the same day, VN time). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the attendees of the ceremony included only high-ranking members of the royal family as well as the duke’s close relatives and friends, among them Bernhard, Prince of Baden, Penny Brabourne, Countess Mountbatten of Myanmar, and Prince Donatus, Landgrave of Hesse. Watch the video of Prince Philip’s procession from Windsor Castle to St George’s Chapel (Credit: Sky News) The Queen’s wife was brought into the Chapel. Prince Philip’s Spirit at St George’s Chapel; The Queen of England sits alone in the second row of seats. Photo: Daily Mail Queen Elizabeth II stood bowing as her wife’s spirit was brought into the Chapel. Prince Philip’s officer hat and sword were placed on top of the coffin according to his wishes. His Royal Highnesses are housed on the Land Rover he designed. Photo: Daily Mail. Prince Charles and Princess Camillia attended his father’s funeral. Although the ceremony will be limited to 30 people inside the Chapel, in line with current UK epidemic restrictions, more than 700 servicemen will support an outside ceremony in honor of a glorious military career. by Prince Philip. Members of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, British Army and Royal Air Force will all attend. Prince Philip maintained close ties with the military community throughout his life after completing naval service in 1953, including holding the position of General of the Royal Marines. . Before the ceremony, the Duke’s spirit – with his personal flag flown, with a sword, navy cap and wreath placed on top – was brought to the Chapel from Windsor Castle in a procession by the Imperial Guards. family. According to the Duke’s will, coffin was carried in a modified Land Rover, designed by Prince Philip himself. The Land Rover car carried Prince Philip’s coffin, behind him his children, grandchildren and close aides. Photo: Daily Mail Tears rolled down Prince Charles’s cheeks as he walked behind his father’s car. Photo: Reuters Diagram of Prince Philip’s procession to St George’s Chapel. Photo: CNN Walking behind the car are senior members of the Royal Family, including Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward, Prince William and Prince Harry. All dressed in civilian clothing. Some of the Duke’s closest aides, including his personal secretary and bodyguard, will also walk in the procession. Meanwhile, the rest of the members attended the ceremony, including Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall; Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge; Princess Beatrice; Princess Eugenie and other family members will arrive at the chapel by car. Two brothers Prince William and Harry, grandson Prince Philip, walked after excitedly into the church. Prince Harry’s wife, Duchess Meghan – Duchess of Sussex, who is pregnant with the couple’s second child and living in the US, did not attend the funeral due to her doctor’s advice not to travel by air. practice. Meanwhile, Queen Elizabeth arrives at the Chapel in her private car. Queen Elizabeth II got out of the car and entered the church to attend the funeral. Photo: Getty Images Before that, a series of cannons were fired one minute apart and curfew bells fell to herald the funeral, while a minute of silence across the country marked the beginning of the ceremony. Inside the chapel, all members of the congregation wear masks according to public health protocol. Prince Philip’s favorite chariot was beaten to St George’s Chapel before the funeral. His hat, gloves and scarf are in the correct place where the Prince usually sits. Photo: Daily Mail Prince Harry sat alone in a corner of the Chapel during his funeral. His wife, Princess Meghan, did not attend the ceremony because she was pregnant with her second child. Photo: Daily Mail The Duke of Edinburgh was carefully involved in the planning of his funeral, choosing the music and making sure the ceremony reflected his military ties and personal interests. The ceremony, conducted by Bishop David Conner and Archbishop of Canterbury, Welby, is scheduled to last for 50 minutes. A four-man choir, with an organ, will sing songs selected by the Duke, including “Jubilate in C” by Benjamin Britten. After that, the Duke’s coffin will be lowered to the Royal Tomb (Royal Vault), the resting place of many members of the Royal Family. The crypt is located underneath the Chapel, built by King George III, one of the kings also buried there. However, the Royal Tomb would not be Prince Philip’s final resting place. When the Queen dies, his remains will be transported to the King George VI memorial chapel to be located next to her. At the Duke’s request, the end of the funeral would be marked with the Royal Marines’ Action Stations, which is a notice traditionally sent out from a naval warship to signify. that everyone should go to combat positions. The Archbishop of Canterbury then proclaimed the Blessing and the ceremony ended with a national anthem. Watch video of cannon shots resounding across the UK in tribute to Prince Philip on April 10 (Source: VOA) Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth II in this 2003 photo in Muick, Scotland. Photo: Buckingham Palace / AP Large screen with a picture of Prince Philip at Picadilly roundabout, London. Photo: CNN People place flowers to commemorate Prince Philip outside Windsor Castle. Photo: CNN

Emission from a factory in Scunthorpe, UK. Photo: AFP / VNA This week, the UK is expected to commit to a stronger cut in carbon emissions on its role as COP26 President country later this year. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce a new commitment to reducing emissions by 78% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels. The new UK target will be announced ahead of the US Climate Summit on This Thursday (April 22), the event that US President Joe Biden will also outline a new US national goal for carbon reduction. The UK’s new goal is a more ambitious step up from the previous goal of reducing emissions by 68% by 2030, already one of the most ambitious among the developed economies. To achieve this goal, Britain will have to make changes to most industrial activities, such as switching to electrical systems, according to a report by the Climate Change Commission, an independent advisory group of the UK Government. works without creating carbon emissions, reducing meat and dairy consumption, replacing low-carbon heating in the home, and growing more trees. The UK is one of the first major economies to commit to zero net emissions by 2050. The United States is expected to adopt a similar goal under the Biden administration. The UK is the host country of the COP26 Conference scheduled to be held in Glasgow in November this year. The UK is also trying to lobby other countries to adopt more ambitious climate goals ahead of the conference.

When it was finally proved that all the bravery in Poland was just a kind of Don Quixote-style bravery, it did not accurately predict everything that would happen thereafter.

When the German army rushed all the way in Poland, the western front was still quiet, and various news kept coming. The British army began to assemble and prepare to cross the ocean to deal with the war provoked by the German army, and the French army continued to assemble towards the border. , There is a plan to cross the border and give the Germans a head-on.

But in fact, in that historic September, nothing happened on the Western Front, and there was no gunshot on the French-German border.

The people in Germany call this “quiet on the border”. Of course, there is another term called “sitting war.”

In Britain and France, people call this period a “fake war.”

Poland was very anxiously waiting for the French army to enter the war, but in the end they did not wait for this expectation, and the United Kingdom did not quite understand that France’s World First Army was annexed at the border, facing only 26 German divisions, why would hide in the cement Behind the fortifications watched quietly as his allies were crushed by the Germans.

Perhaps only Germany and France know the reasons for this. As early as the beginning of the German army preparing to invade Poland, Harder, the German Army Chief of Staff, said:

I firmly believe that France will not take fortifications against us during this time, because the French will not disregard the wishes of the Belgians to send troops to us through Belgium. In the absence of a clear form, the French will continue to take a defensive position. They hope Poland People can hold on for themselves, they must wait for the arrival of the British. The French have already lost their decisiveness in World War I, especially when facing us, and such a mentality will make them miss opportunities that can stop us, and what we have to do is not to give Poland any plans to react quickly. , Decisively and completely destroy them at all costs. Harder has accurately predicted the cowardly psychology that the French cabinet is facing at this moment. Starting from the Sudeten incident, and even in some more distant events, the French cabinet has been constantly trying to avoid war and avoid conflict with Germany. This psychology has been caught by the top German leaders. After all, there is no threat to a country that shows weakness. At least at this moment, France is still no longer the France that once had the world’s first army. They used to lack courage, and even slapped the whole of Europe, but now this France is like a middle-aged and old man who has been chopped. It strokes. The wound has lingering palpitations. It no longer dares to face the challenge and can only do everything possible to avoid fighting with others. On the French side, it is indeed what the top German leaders thought. Because a generation of blood was shed in the First World War, France, which originally wanted to completely separate Germany after World War II, was counterbalanced by the United Kingdom and the United States. France finally saw it. Knowing everything, Britain and the United States will not allow any country on the mainland to become a hegemon. They want to create opposition to the mainland hegemony and imprison each other. But thinking of the scars and scars that he paid in World War I, France is unbalanced, because the battlefield will only be on the mainland, while Britain and the United States will not be harmed. Therefore, France has been lost since World War I. The state of the whole country is Fear of war, this fear is not fear of fighting, but it understands that France’s will to fight is meaningless, and even if it gives everything to win, it does not make sense. It’s like Napoleon once attacked many great powers on the European continent and conquered almost the entire Europe. However, because it could not conquer the United Kingdom, the United Kingdom could engage in anti-French alliances one after another. This is actually meaningless. Repeatedly over and over again, Napoleon can win many times, but as long as one loses, and Britain has unlimited opportunities, unless Napoleon really summons One Piece’s pirate fleet to conquer Britain. And France at the pass of World War II was also very depressed. It didn’t want to go to war. All it wanted was to defend itself. Britain said you go first, and I will be there soon. Although France nodded, it still waited. It wanted When the British army arrives, let’s rush together and die together. It is precisely because of this mentality that when Poland faced the German army all the way to the rush, the French army was silent at the border, and when the time came to September 7, the German army had completely destroyed Poland’s military power, so France’s last The opportunity is gone. After September 7th, Halder worked out a plan to relocate the army to the west, and two days later, the third order was issued, and the Luftwaffe army and air force were transferred from Poland to the western front. At that time, the German high-level order was that if the British and French troops were a little provocative, the ground forces could cross the western border, and the air force could wait for instructions to launch air strikes against Britain. From this we can see the decisive difference between Germany and France in dealing with this matter, and, it is worth mentioning that France and Poland in the “French-Poland Military Agreement” signed in May 1939 clearly guaranteed:

“Once Germany attacks Poland with its main force, France will launch an offensive against Germany with its main force from the 15th day after the start of the French general mobilization.” And since then, in the high-level discussions between the two sides, France has also clearly guaranteed that in the event of such a crisis, France will send 35 divisions to help Poland. But when the war really broke out, France’s answer to Poland was:

“France needs time to prepare. At this point in time, a new offensive can be launched between 1941 and 1942, and this offensive still needs the help of British troops and American equipment!” These words directly disappointed Poland to the extreme, because they could no longer support it in the first week of the war. The Polish government had to choose to go into exile. Although the Polish army that was cut off by the Germans was brave, it was obvious that there was no such bravery. use. During the sit-in, Britain also seemed very anxious, but it didn’t help, because the troops they could send to France were pitiful. In the three weeks following the end of the Polish campaign, Britain sent a total of four divisions, with less than 160,000 people. Churchill called this “symbolic help”, but he also firmly believed that the French army had the strength to solve all this, especially when the main force of the German army was in Poland, the French only needed courage. Can successfully stop the German army, but they did not do so. For causing this situation, Churchill believed that the French had to bear the main responsibility. He even said:

“This war was actually lost a few years ago.” It can be seen that he was disappointed with France, but Churchill did not seem to have thought that it was France who tried to divide Germany, and it was Britain and the United States that kept Germany intact and strengthened again. Therefore, Churchill’s words are unfair to France.

Moreover, although there was no conflict between Germany, France and Britain on land, in the sea, the German forces sank 11 British ships within one week of the declaration of war, and the British maintained absolute restraint in this matter.

Therefore, compared with the “political and military restraint” shown by France, the British are also “hesitating”. Both countries are waiting with their own ghosts, and the result of the waiting is the Western Front in 1940. The battlefield was swept directly by the Germans.