Iceland rejects EU accession talks
Summary
Iceland voted against restarting talks to join the European Union. About 53% of voters said no, while just over 47% wanted to continue talks. Iceland is part of some EU programs but is not a full member.Key Facts
- Iceland held a vote on whether to resume EU membership talks.
- Nearly 53% voted against restarting the talks.
- Slightly more than 47% voted in favor of resuming the talks.
- The difference between the two sides was about 9,500 votes.
- Iceland is part of the EU’s single market and the Schengen area, which allows free movement of people.
- Joining the EU fully would mean joining its customs union and adopting the euro currency.
- Iceland is a Nordic island nation in Europe.
- The decision keeps Iceland outside full EU membership for now.
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