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Boris Johnson signs the post-Brexit UK-EU trade deal inside No. 10 Downing Street, saying the document signals 'a new beginning, and I think the beginning of what will be a wonderful relationship between the UK and our friends and partners in the European Union'. IMAGES
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says a new post-Brexit trade deal with the European Union would benefit both sides of the Channel, after a last-gasp agreement was secured. "This is a good deal for the whole of Europe and for our friends and partners as well," he told a Downing Street news conference. SOUNDBITE
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirms an agreement had been reached with the European Union on post-Brexit trade. He refers to a "a comprehensive, Canada-style free trade deal between the UK and the EU." SOUNDBITE
European Commission chief Urusla Von der Leyen says "the United Kingdom remains a trusted partner" after the European Union and Britain on Thursday struck a post-Brexit trade deal to cushion the economic blow of the UK's imminent departure from the single market after 10 months of tortuous negotiations. SOUNDBITE
European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen warns that any failure to rapidly negotiate a new trade deal after Brexit would hurt Britain more than it would the EU. SOUNDBITE
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.