Place of the UK in the wider world

Question 1

Links through trade

Answer 1

EU is the UK’s largest trading partner. Until now, trade between the UK and the WU have been tariff and quota free. Jan 1st 2021 the UK will have to negotiate its own deals with other countries.

Question 2

Culture

Answer 2

The English language is used by many countries. Wherever you travel, you will hear music, read books and watch films from the UK. Today, the U is a multi-cultural society.

Question 3

Transport

Answer 3

London Heathrow recommended a third runway. aaImportant transport links between UK and mainland Europe via the Channel Tunnel and sea ferries. Southampton is a major port for cruise liners.

Question 4

Electronical communication

Answer 4

99% of all internet traffic passes along a multi-billion-dollar network of submarine cables.UK is a focus for these cables. Arctic Fibre is a project to lay the first cables between London and Tokyo via Northwest Passage - a distance of 15,000km.

Question 5

Economical / Political

Answer 5

UK is a member of the Commonwealth, a voluntary group of 53 countries. The Secretariat aims to help governments achieve sustainable, inclusive and equitable development.