Author (Person) | Blockmans, Steven |
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Publisher | Centre for European Policy Studies [CEPS] |
Series Title | CEPS Commentary |
Series Details | 3 June 2013 |
Publication Date | 03/06/2013 |
Content Type | Journal | Series | Blog |
Abstract: Recent opinion polls suggest that most Icelanders are against joining the EU. By the same token, however, a majority of those polled are in favour of continuing accession talks. These results show that Iceland’s relationship with the EU is a deeply divisive issue within the country. Although no date for the referendum has been set, the new centre-right coalition may thus want to settle this matter as soon as possible. Should there indeed be a majority in support of continuing negotiations, then Iceland’s accession process will become a complicated and cool affair in the hands of an anti-EU membership coalition government. |
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Source Link | Link to Main Source http://aei.pitt.edu/42463/1/S_Blockmans_Commentary_Iceland_accessions_talks_final.pdf |
Subject Categories | Politics and International Relations |
Countries / Regions | Europe, Iceland |