Sefcovic Talks Up EU Efforts On NI Protocol After Call w/UK Minister

European Commission Exec VP Maros Sefcovic: "Good conversation with [UK Foreign Secretary] James Cleverly.

The EU's ready to double down on our efforts to find joint solutions for the benefit of all communities in Northern Ireland. I want to make the most of this clear window of opportunity. Our teams continue to work and we'll speak soon."

• Cleverly: "Maros, thank you for the important discussions on the Northern Ireland Protocol today. We remain committed to finding a durable solution for the benefit of all."
• Commission President Ursula von der Leyenhas already spoken todayof the improved atmosphere in UK-EU relations, remains to be seen whether this translates into actual progress given seemingly intractable issues involved in protecting Good Friday Agreement, the Single Market, and the integrity of the links between Northern Ireland and Great Britain.