(VOVworld) – The European Union has expressed its tough viewpoint as Brexit negotiations are approaching, especially issues relating to civil rights and future for financial services.

British Prime Minister Theresa May (right) met with President of the European Council Donald Tusk (left) at the 10 Downing, London on April 6 (Photo: EPA/ VNA)

The draft plan for Brexit negotiation proposed by President of the European Council stipulates that protecting the rights for EU citizens in the UK is one of 3 top priorities in the upcoming negotiations and that the EU will try to assure permanent residency for the Europeans who have lived legally in Britain for 5 years. The EU also asked London to respect EU’s management and supervision if it wants to continue to access to EU markets.