European Union says it respects Iceland's "no" and calls the country a "close partner"

The European Union stated today that it respects Iceland's rejection of the resumption of negotiations to join the European community. The bloc of 27 highlighted that Iceland continues to be one of the closest and most trusted partners, despite the decision. This position was expressed after Icelanders rejected at the ballot box the possibility of resuming the process of accession to the EU. The result of the referendum in Iceland reflects the will of the population not to move forward with European integration at this time.