France had previously announced plans to restrict cross-Channel trade, potentially escalating disputes over fishing into a broader trade conflict with the UK. However, after meeting with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson at a UN climate conference, French President Macron stated that the plan was on hold pending further discussions. Macron indicated that talks had resumed based on a proposal he made to Johnson and that the British were expected to come back with alternative proposals the following day. All tasks will be addressed. Tomorrow at the end of the day, we will assess the situation to determine if any significant changes have occurred," he stated. "I hope that we can reach a resolution on all of these matters." The threat of legal action was mentioned by European Affairs Minister Clement Beaune on Twitter, stating that trade sanctions would not be enforced until after a meeting with British Brexit minister David Frost in Paris on Thursday. The decision was well-received by Britain. A UK government spokesperson stated that they appreciate France's recognition of the need for extensive discussions to address the various issues in the UK/EU relationship. The spokesperson also mentioned that Frost has accepted Beaune's invitation. On Monday, Britain gave France a 48-hour ultimatum to retract the threat of sanctions or face legal action as per the Brexit trade deal. The potential measures threatened by France, such as increased border checks and banning British vessels from certain ports, could disrupt cross-Channel trade. British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss criticized the French for their unreasonable threats towards the Channel Islands and the fishing industry, stating that they must withdraw these threats or face actions under the trade agreement with the EU. The dispute between Britain and France over access to fishing grounds in the Channel has been ongoing for decades. The fishing issue was a key point of contention during the negotiations leading up to Britain's departure from the European Union. Although fishing is not economically significant, it holds political weight. Boris Johnson emphasized regaining control over British fishing grounds as a key reason for Brexit. French President Macron, facing re-election soon, must show support for French trawler crews. Tensions rose in September when Paris accused London of not granting enough post-Brexit licenses to French boats to fish near UK shores. British fishermen are concerned that French boats could harm their profits and are demanding proof of previous fishing in UK waters for license approval. French officials seized a British scallop dredger, the Cornelis Gert Jan, in French waters near Le Havre last Wednesday, causing tension between the two countries. As the French deadline approached on Monday, fishing crews from both nations were avoiding each other's waters to prevent further escalation of the situation, as reported by marine traffic tracking data and a representative from the French fishing industry.