Liz Truss heads to first summit of new club of nations
By Jessica ParkerThe leaders of 44 European countries meet in Prague on Thursday, at a historic first meeting of a new political club of nations.
The idea of a broader European political community beyond the EU was championed by French President Emmanuel Macron but there's scepticism, even within the EU, about the new forum. Ms Truss will hold talks with President Macron and others on Thursday, in what could mark a new phase in the UK's post-Brexit relations with Europe.
As well as the UK, non-EU members Switzerland, Turkey, Norway, Iceland, Georgia, Azerbaijan and Western Balkan countries are among those taking part in the first gathering of the EPC.Critics see it as a vague regurgitation of old ideas and its exact role has yet to be made clear. So it's an unprecedented effort to bring leaders together from across the continent to discuss areas of shared interest. If it proves to be a success, it may continue to take place up to twice a year. If it's a failure, it could fizzle out.Some observers point out it was never likely she would voice passionate enthusiasm for a French-led European meet-up while vying for the Tory leadership.
While a row about post-Brexit arrangements for Northern Ireland remains unresolved, talks are restarting this week. Downing Street says Ms Truss will call on leaders to keep oil and gas interconnectors open this winter while taking part in talks on joint projects to develop new nuclear and offshore wind capacity.
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