Von der Leyen: We are determined to bring the EU and the UK even closer together
Brussels, July 20 (Hibya) – European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stressed a shared commitment to further strengthening relations between the European Union and the United Kingdom during her first meeting with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held talks with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Von der Leyen said their first meeting was productive, adding, “We are determined to bring the European Union and the United Kingdom even closer together.”
She noted that they would work together to ensure the upcoming summit delivers tangible results for businesses, young people, and shared security. “We will continue our excellent cooperation in supporting Ukraine. Europe is stronger when the EU and the United Kingdom stand side by side,” she said.
British News Agency