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Originally Posted by Osem
The economic growth and prospects of the nations concerned are also a major factor and right now the EU isn't exactly forging ahead is it. Then there's the rise of right wing extremism, social unrest, Poland, Turkey etc. etc. It's a perfect storm in the brewing and that doesn't make for a stable long term trading relationship no matter how big the relative populations are.
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Yes it's not only population. It's not an exact science but it's still the size that what you bring to the table determines how much power you have to demand a favorable deal.