Icelanders Vote 'No' to EU Talks in Close Referendum The outcome of the Icelandic referendum on joining the European Union sent shockwaves throughout Europe, sparking questions about the future of Iceland's international relations and economic prospects.
On October 11, nearly 52% of voters rejected talks aimed at integrating the country into the EU, forcing the government to reconsider its membership aspirations. What's the EU Expansion Referendum in Iceland All About?
The referendum was the culmination of years of debate over Iceland's relationship with the EU, which began when the country joined the European Economic Area (EEA) in 1994.