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What next for UK after deciding to leave the EU? Watch this timeline of what could occur:
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel called for a “calm and measured” response from the European Union to the UK’s vote to leave, while also saying that Britain must adhere to the bloc’s exit rules.
“Until there’s an exit, Great Britain has all the rights and obligations of an EU member,” Merkel said in a televised statement from the chancellery in Berlin. “Our goal should be to have a close and cooperative relationship with Great Britain in the future.” - Bloomberg.
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Global banks seek to reassure after Brexit vote
Global banks sought to reassure investors and clients on Friday that they will absorb the impact of Britain's vote to leave the EU, with US giant JPMorgan warning that financial sector jobs may leave Britain.
"In the months ahead... we may need to make changes to our European legal entity structure and the location of some roles," said a JPMorgan staff memo obtained by AFP.
JPMorgan employs 16 000 people in Britain, while chairman and chief executive Jamie Dimon previously said that up to 4 000 jobs could move out of the UK.
"For the moment, we will
continue to serve our clients as usual, and our operating model in the
UK remains the same," the memo said. - AFP.
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WATCH: France's Front National leader Marine Le Pen says she is very happy ‘the British people held on and made the right choice’ to leave EU. - Guardian.
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WATCH: "Is this end of the EU?" "No" replies EU president Jean-Claude Juncker and then walks out to thunderous applause.
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President Jacob Zuma: Volatility may persist due to Brexit
"The uncertainty that arises from this vote means that the volatility that has characterized capital markets in the lead-up to the vote may persist.
"The National Treasury and the South African Reserve Bank have been in discussions with financial institutions on the possible implications for the South African economy.
"Our banks and financial institutions are well positioned to withstand financial shocks to the system as demonstrated in previous episodes including the 2008/09 global financial crisis. We are therefore confident that our financial system including the banks and the regulatory framework are extremely resilient and reliable.
"The Reserve Bank and the National Treasury are closely monitoring the unfolding developments and will advise the South African public where necessary.
"In this context, our ongoing efforts as South Africans, government, business, labour and civil society to reignite growth become that much more urgent and critical."
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"The Westminster establishment has some serious soul searching to do," says Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.
WATCH: Sturgeon's speech
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Presidents Schulz and Tusk and Prime Minister Rutte met this morning in Brussels upon the invitation of European Commission President Juncker. They discussed the outcome of the UK referendum. "The British people have expressed their wish to leave. We regret this decision but respect it, said Juncker.
Watch his speech:
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'Glorious opportunity' for UK
Boris Johnson says the vote to leave the European Union gives Britons a "glorious opportunity" to take control. He said on Friday there is no need for haste in negotiations. He said the vote means Britain will be able to set its own taxes and control its own borders.
"It was a noble idea for its time; it is no longer right for this country," Johnson said of the EU.
He praised Prime Minister David Cameron as an "extraordinary politician" and said he is "sad" to see Cameron resign.
The former London mayor did not say Thursday if he plans to contend for the Conservative Party leadership. - AFP.
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WATCH: Boris Johnson says: "There's no way of dealing with a decision on this scale except by putting it to the people."
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Boris Johnson: There is no need in 21st Century to be part of government based in Brussels. It is no longer right for this country. It is the essence of the case that young people can look forward to a more secure and prosperous future if we take back democratic institutions. It is a glorious opportunity to pass laws and set taxes and control borders that is fair and take wind out of sales with extremists who want to play games with immigration. We can find our voice in the world.
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Trump's official statement on Brexit:
The people of the United Kingdom have exercised the sacred right of all free peoples. They have declared their independence from the European Union, and have voted to reassert control over their own politics, borders and economy.
A Trump Administration pledges to strengthen our ties with a free and independent Britain, deepening our bonds in commerce, culture and mutual defense. The whole world is more peaceful and stable when our two countries – and our two peoples – are united together, as they will be under a Trump Administration.Come November, the American people will have the chance to re-declare their independence.
Americans will have a chance to vote for trade, immigration and foreign policies that put our citizens first. They will have the chance to reject today’s rule by the global elite, and to embrace real change that delivers a government of, by and for the people. I hope America is watching, it will soon be time to believe in America again.
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Trump says Brexit vote is a great thing
It’s an amazing vote because the voters are angry,” Donald Trump said after he landed in Scotland. “They took back their country and that’s a great thing.”
“They’re angry over borders, they’re angry over people coming into the country and taking over, and nobody even knows who they are," Trump said.
The UK may be divided now - also Scotland and Northern Ireland voted to remain in the EU and face being taken out against their will - but “it’ll heal, it’ll heal,” he said. - Bloomberg.
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The European Central Bank said on Friday it is ready to provide additional liquidity for financial markets if needed in the meltdown sparked by Britain's decision to quit European Union.
"Following the outcome of the UK referendum, the European Central Bank is closely monitoring financial markets and is in close contact with other central banks," it said in a statement.
"The ECB stands ready to provide
additional liquidity, if needed, in euro and foreign currencies," the
bank said, adding: "The ECB has prepared for this contingency in close
contact with the banks that it supervises and considers that the euro
area banking system is resilient in terms of capital and liquidity." - AFP.
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How Brexit hits those interested in a second passport
"The implications of Brexit are likely to be far-reaching and will impact on many of us around the globe, regardless of whether or not we live in the UK or hold a British passport," said Andrew Taylor of Henley & Partner.
"Many expect the UK will end up under an EEA Agreement or acquire a similar status to Switzerland. In this case, a form of free right of movement would likely remain. But, in the unlikely event that free right of movement was to be terminated, then Brexit will damage the value of British nationality far more than that of European nationality.
"The EU will lose one country whereas the UK will potentially lose free access to 27 countries. European nationals will still have the right to live, work, and study in any of these 27 countries.
"What the UK referendum has bought into sharp focus is that in today’s ever-changing world, securing more than one residence or citizenship should be part of one’s wealth management and sustainability strategies."