The idea that Brexit is a threat to defence co-operation is a myth.
Some in the EU still imagine Britain might u-turn. Let’s show them without doubt that we won’t.
“The United States has been treated very, very unfairly by many countries over the years and that’s going to stop.”
Some of the distress of those in question has been caused by diehard Remainers, who are stirring up as much alarm as possible about Brexit regardless of the human cost.
Thank God for great European leaders, like Merkel, whose idiosyncratic approach to border control played such an understated role in last year’s Brexit vote.
It’s a scoop for the man she sacked. And, over at the Foreign Office, what will a certain fellow-journalist be thinking…?
Our own security services have managed superbly. But a danger thwarted is not a danger ended.
He stands out as a co-operative presence amidst the uncertainties of court cases, elections on the continent, and whatever negotiations may bring.
He has the potential to become a great Foreign Secretary, but will need to establish a reputation for trustworthiness.
But Germany faces conundrums of its own: how to save the euro, and how to lead in Europe without frightening everyone.
And here is my five point plan for making it happen.
Normally it would be. But not right now.
If the Government thinks that we cannot have our Brexit cake and eat it, Ministers must be careful not to let expectations get out of hand.