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UK and EU Race Against Deadline for SAFE Fund Deal

11/30/2025

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The United Kingdom and the European Union are negotiating to join the SAFE fund and a new visa scheme for under-30s.
The United Kingdom proposes paying per project rather than an upfront fee.
The European Union weighs the approach amid skepticism about reaching an agreement.
They face a Sunday deadline, and failure could undermine the perceived benefits of Brexit negotiations, while Erasmus talks and other trade deals proceed.

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Story summary

The United Kingdom and the European Union are negotiating to join the SAFE fund and a new visa scheme for under-30s.
The United Kingdom proposes paying per project rather than an upfront fee.
The European Union weighs the approach amid skepticism about reaching an agreement.
They face a Sunday deadline, and failure could undermine the perceived benefits of Brexit negotiations, while Erasmus talks and other trade deals proceed.