Britain’s Military Standing Would Not Suffer After Brexit

Author suggests that outside the European Union, the United Kingdom would find it easier to work with European allies.

Members of the foreign policy establishment have lined up to argue that a British exit from the EU would not only damage Britain, but undermine the bloc and jeopardise the security of 'the West'.

Some of their arguments have merit. Others do not stand up to scrutiny. The idea that Brexit would make Britain a less reliable or loyal ally is particularly misplaced — there are good reasons for thinking that a British exit might enhance the military contribution that the UK makes to European security.

• Primary Source

ESO: In Focus: Brexit - The United Kingdom and the European Union http://www.europeansources.info/record/brexit-the-united-kingdom-and-the-european-union/

ESO: Background information: Defence on the Brexit frontline http://www.europeansources.info/record/defence-on-the-brexit-frontline/

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