Keir Starmer Discusses Potentially Renewed EU Relations
Keir Starmer, ahead of a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, acknowledged that improving the UK's relationship with the EU is challenging but feasible. He identified defense, border security, and trade as key areas for potential enhancement. Starmer's approach aims to reset relations, potentially exploring EU proposals for greater youth mobility without committing to any specific schemes yet.
Keir Starmer, ahead of a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, acknowledged that improving the UK's relationship with the EU is challenging but feasible.
He identified defense, border security, and trade as key areas for potential enhancement.
Starmer's approach aims to reset relations, potentially exploring EU proposals for greater youth mobility without committing to any specific schemes yet.
His visit follows initial discussions with von der Leyen in New York, emphasizing that specifics, like lowering roaming charges or ease of travel, are yet to be determined.
The prime minister maintains that a closer trading relationship with the EU is in UK's interest, despite the complexities post-Brexit.
Pro-EU advocates support deeper integration, while pro-Brexit campaigners may see adjustments as compromising the deal.
Starmer seeks to balance these perspectives, stressing readiness for detailed negotiations in Brussels.