A London meeting brought defence, energy and migration into focus as Paris and Westminster weighed Europe’s next security challenges.
Macron calls partnership with Britain in supporting Ukraine “more important than ever”
French President Emmanuel Macron called the Franco-British partnership in supporting Ukraine and strengthening European security “more important than ever.” He made the statement following his visit to the United Kingdom.
Emmanuel Macron reported this on the social network X.
Following his meeting with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Macron stressed that France and the United Kingdom share a common responsibility for Europe’s future.
The United Kingdom and France share a common responsibility for the future of the continent. Defense, energy, support for Ukraine, and European security – our partnership is more important than ever.
– Emmanuel Macron
The French president said that, together with the British prime minister, he continues to work toward building a stronger, more sovereign, and safer Europe.
What Macron and Burnham discussed in London
One of the key topics of the talks on September 3 was strengthening support for Ukraine ahead of the winter period. The sides also discussed the development of bilateral relations, closer ties between the United Kingdom and the European Union, and efforts to counter the illegal smuggling of migrants across the English Channel.
Emmanuel Macron’s visit to the United Kingdom lasted from September 2 to 3. Following the talks, the French president reaffirmed Paris and London’s readiness to continue coordinating their efforts to support Ukraine and strengthen European security.