No renegotiation of EU Great Britain membership possible : Juncker

Q.  Which leader said that there would be no renegotiation of British membership in the EU on 25th June 2016?
- Published on 27 Jun 16

a. Angela Merkel
b. Francois Hollande
c. Jean Claude Juncker
d. None of the above

ANSWER: Jean Claude Juncker
 
A shocked EU on 24th June urged Britain to leave as soon as possible amidst fears that Brexit could spark further referendums.
  • German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Francois Hollande had led calls for EU to reform following a parting with Britain
  • The stance to give effect to the decision of the British people asap however painful the process may be came after PM David Cameron announced he would resign and leave negotiations on British departure to the successor named in October.
  • European Commission Chief Jean Claude Juncker said it was sad that Britain had voted to leave, but there would be no renegotiation regarding British membership.
  • Juncker, a former Luxembourg premier and strong federalist indicated that Brexit did not spell the end of EU

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