Despite American objections, Italy is set to become the first Group of 7 nation to participate in Beijing’s vast One Belt, One Road infrastructure project.
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News analysis: Brussels, Sick of Brexit, Braces for a Deadline Debate
Britain will seek an extension on its E.U. withdrawal process. Any one of 27 national leaders could refuse. And they have reason to fear a long delay.
Britain’s Parliament Votes to Delay Brexit, but Not to Control It
After a very trying week, Prime Minister Theresa May enjoyed a rare legislative victory, if a small one, when lawmakers left her in the driver’s seat.
Live Briefing: Brexit Live Updates: Parliament Votes to Postpone Britain’s E.U. Departure
Unable to agree among themselves on Brexit terms, British lawmakers directed the government to ask the European Union to delay the March 29 deadline.
Live Briefing: Brexit Live Updates: Britain’s Parliament Just Voted Against Holding a Second Referendum
Parliament is expected to vote to postpone March 29 exit, and it will vote on an attempt to seize control of the process. It voted against holding a second referendum.
U.K. Lawmakers Reject ‘No-Deal’ Brexit, and Defy Theresa May Yet Again
Parliament’s actions undercut the prime minister, worsening the power vacuum in British politics and making an extension of the Brexit deadline more likely.
Theresa May Finds Herself Without a Voice, or a Friend
Speaking in a raspy, croaking voice, the British prime minister angrily told lawmakers they would now need to make the hard choices.
The Brexit Plan Just Failed Again: What Happened, and What’s Next?
The 391 to 242 vote left Britain in limbo, without a clear way forward on Brexit, and threatens Prime Minister May’s hold on power.
Live Briefing: British Parliament Rejects Theresa May’s Brexit Deal, Sowing Confusion
The 391 to 242 vote left Britain in limbo, without a clear way forward on Brexit, and threatens Prime Minister May’s hold on power.
Live Briefing: Brexit Vote Updates: Theresa May Makes Her Case
Parliamentary approval for her Brexit plan would clear the way for withdrawal as scheduled on March 29. But defeat is seen as more likely.