Britain technically completed its protracted exit from the European Union on January 31, ending more than four decades of alignment with the European project. However, it remains bound by EU rules until the end of 2020 while a new trade deal is thrashed out. The UK’s institutions, expertise, leadership and values are renowned around the world," Johnson said in a statement. Officials, reporting to the prime minister, will be expected to complete the bulk of their work in time for recommendations to influence a government spending review due later in the year, although full implementation will take several years. Experts will look for innovative ways to promote British interests while meeting overseas aid and Nato defence spending commitments.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 26, 2020 16:07 UTC