EU, UK, and Spain Reach Historic Deal on Gibraltar Trade and Travel
A landmark agreement between the EU, UK, and Spain eliminates barriers for cross-border movement between Gibraltar and Spain, resolving key post-Brexit issues.
Overview
EU Trade Commissioner and Spanish Foreign Affairs Minister announced a historic deal on cross-border trade and travel in Gibraltar.
The agreement removes all physical barriers and checks for people and goods between Spain and Gibraltar.
This deal marks a significant easing of post-Brexit tensions regarding Gibraltar's status.
The UK government confirmed the agreement resolves the last major issue stemming from Brexit negotiations.
Approximately 15,000 individuals cross the Gibraltar-Spain border daily, highlighting the importance of this agreement for daily commuters.
Analysis
Celebrate the historic agreement easing cross-border trade and travel between Gibraltar and Spain.
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FAQ
The agreement includes a clause that explicitly states the final Treaty does not impact Gibraltar's sovereignty. Additionally, immigration and law and order in Gibraltar remain the exclusive responsibility of its authorities[3].
The agreement establishes a bespoke goods and customs model for products entering Gibraltar across its land border, avoiding the need for onerous checks[3].
The agreement allows for a fluid border without checks on people crossing and enables flights to operate from Gibraltar airport to EU destinations, increasing Gibraltar's connectivity to the continent.
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