<p>The United Kingdom's newly appointed Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, on Saturday (July 6), embarked on his first international trip to Germany. The trip comes just a day after the Labour Party's sweeping victory in the 2024 UK General Election.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>UK 'an indispensable part of Europe'</strong></h2>

<p>In a bid to "reset" relations with European allies, Lammy, 51, met with his German counterpart, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who emphasised that "Together we stand up for #democracy and #freedom in the world."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/keir-starmer-unwilling-to-proceed-with-rwanda-migrant-deportation-plan-738517">UK PM Keir Starmer unwilling to proceed with Rwanda migrant deportation plan</a></strong></p>

<p>Baerbock's office took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to state that "the United Kingdom is an indispensable part of Europe" and that Germany is eager to collaborate with the new UK government "to see how the UK can move closer to the EU."</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The United Kingdom is an indispensable part of Europe. Whether in science, culture or security - 🇩🇪 and 🇬🇧 work closely together: We are working with the new UK government to see how the UK can move closer to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EU?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EU</a>. 5/5</p>
— GermanForeignOffice (@GermanyDiplo) <a href="https://twitter.com/GermanyDiplo/status/1809649921798119904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<p>Lammy, who succeeded Conservative David Cameron as foreign secretary, shared photos of his meeting with Baerbock on X, along with the caption: "It's time to reset our relationship with our European friends and allies. That's why I'm in Germany, on my first visit as Foreign Secretary."</p>

<h2><strong>Key Discussions on NATO, Ukraine, and Climate Change</strong></h2>

<p>The talks between Lammy and Baerbock, as per reports, covered a range of pressing issues, including boosting NATO's support for Ukraine, addressing the situation in the Middle East, and tackling climate change.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/inside-nigel-farages-rise-that-shows-extent-of-its-impact-in-uk-elections-738547">Inside Nigel Farage's rise that shows extent of its impact in UK elections</a></strong></p>

<p>"Together @ABaerbock and I will address shared threats and support Ukraine," wrote Lammy on X.&nbsp;</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en">It's time to reset our relationship with our European friends and allies. That's why I'm in Germany, on my first visit as Foreign Secretary.<br />
<br />
Together <a href="https://twitter.com/ABaerbock?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ABaerbock</a> and I will address shared threats and support Ukraine.<br />
<br />
Still made time for the football - come on England! <a href="https://t.co/qlGXbO5R0f">pic.twitter.com/qlGXbO5R0f</a></p>
— David Lammy (@DavidLammy) <a href="https://twitter.com/DavidLammy/status/1809661622769840132?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<h2><strong>A Touch of Football Diplomacy</strong></h2>

<p>On X, Lammy also said that amid serious discussions, he and Baerbock "still made time for the football."</p>

<p>"Come on England," he added, posting a picture of them watching England's Euro 2024 quarter-final match against Switzerland on a laptop.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The United Kingdom's newly appointed Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, on Saturday (July 6), embarked on his first international trip to Germany. The trip comes just a day after the Labour Party's sweeping victory in the 2024 UK General Election.

The United Kingdom's newly appointed Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, on Saturday (July 6), embarked on his first international trip to Germany. The trip comes just a day after the Labour Party's sweeping victory in the 2024 UK General Election. UK 'an indispensable part of Europe' In a bid to "reset" relations with European allies, Lammy, 51, met with his German counterpart, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who emphasised that "Together we stand up for #democracy and #freedom in the world." Also read | UK PM Keir Starmer unwilling to proceed with Rwanda migrant deportation plan Baerbock's office took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to state that "the United Kingdom is an indispensable part of Europe" and that Germany is eager to collaborate with the new UK government "to see how the UK can move closer to the EU." The United Kingdom is an indispensable part of Europe. Whether in science, culture or security - 🇩🇪 and 🇬🇧 work closely together: We are working with the new UK government to see how the UK can move closer to the #EU. 5/5 — GermanForeignOffice (@GermanyDiplo) July 6, 2024 × Lammy, who succeeded Conservative David Cameron as foreign secretary, shared photos of his meeting with Baerbock on X, along with the caption: "It's time to reset our relationship with our European friends and allies. That's why I'm in Germany, on my first visit as Foreign Secretary." Key Discussions on NATO, Ukraine, and Climate Change The talks between Lammy and Baerbock, as per reports, covered a range of pressing issues, including boosting NATO's support for Ukraine, addressing the situation in the Middle East, and tackling climate change. Also read | Inside Nigel Farage's rise that shows extent of its impact in UK elections "Together @ABaerbock and I will address shared threats and support Ukraine," wrote Lammy on X. It's time to reset our relationship with our European friends and allies. That's why I'm in Germany, on my first visit as Foreign Secretary. Together @ABaerbock and I will address shared threats and support Ukraine. Still made time for the football - come on England! pic.twitter.com/qlGXbO5R0f — David Lammy (@DavidLammy) July 6, 2024 × A Touch of Football Diplomacy On X, Lammy also said that amid serious discussions, he and Baerbock "still made time for the football." "Come on England," he added, posting a picture of them watching England's Euro 2024 quarter-final match against Switzerland on a laptop. (With inputs from agencies)

Britain's new foreign secretary David Lammy visits Germany, calls for 'reset' in EU relations

<p>Germany said Thursday that Britain should give ground in Brexit trade talks and help break a stalemate in which both sides are dug into their positions.</p>

<p>While an agreement is possible, German EU ambassador Michael Clauss insists London will have to show "a more realistic approach" to reach one by the end of the year.</p>

<p>It was not possible for Britain to have "full sovereignty and at the same time full access to the EU's internal market," Clauss told a panel at the European Policy Centre think tank.</p>

<p>The EU and Britain are holding a fourth round of virtual talks on their future relations following the UK's split from the bloc after 40 years of membership.</p>

<p>Britain left the European Union on January 31 and is now in a transition period until the end of the year during which it enjoys the benefits of EU membership.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A meeting is planned for later in June between Prime Minister Boris Johnson, EU Council President Charles Michel and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to take stock of the situation.</p>

<p>Clauss said that the EU was working on the assumption that Britain would "not demand an extension" of the transition period beyond the end of the year.</p>

<p><strong>Also see: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/chief-characters-in-britains-brexit-saga-277805">Chief characters in Britain's years-long Brexit saga</a></strong></p>

<p>Both sides are working towards establishing zero-tariff trade ties, but neither side have budged from their red lines.</p>

<p>Turning to other subjects, Clauss said a deal to establish a 750 billion euro&nbsp;recovery fund for Europe was possible this summer, but would be difficult.</p>

<p>Germany takes over the EU's six-month rotating presidency on July 1 and will be key to finding consensus among the 27 member states to approve the rescue plan.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-years-of-arguments-british-mps-set-to-finally-seal-brexit-deal-273199">After years of arguments, British MPs set to finally seal Brexit deal</a></strong></p>

<p>EU leaders are to hold a virtual meeting on June 19 to advance on the matter, but a European official on Wednesday said a deal would require a face-to-face summit, hopefully in July.</p>


Germany said Thursday that Britain should give ground in Brexit trade talks and help break a stalemate in which both sides are dug into their positions. While an agreement is possible, German EU ambassador Michael Clauss insists London will have to show "a more realistic approach" to reach one by the end of the year.

Germany said Thursday that Britain should give ground in Brexit trade talks and help break a stalemate in which both sides are dug into their positions. While an agreement is possible, German EU ambassador Michael Clauss insists London will have to show "a more realistic approach" to reach one by the end of the year. It was not possible for Britain to have "full sovereignty and at the same time full access to the EU's internal market," Clauss told a panel at the European Policy Centre think tank. The EU and Britain are holding a fourth round of virtual talks on their future relations following the UK's split from the bloc after 40 years of membership. Britain left the European Union on January 31 and is now in a transition period until the end of the year during which it enjoys the benefits of EU membership. A meeting is planned for later in June between Prime Minister Boris Johnson, EU Council President Charles Michel and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to take stock of the situation. Clauss said that the EU was working on the assumption that Britain would "not demand an extension" of the transition period beyond the end of the year. Also see: Chief characters in Britain's years-long Brexit saga Both sides are working towards establishing zero-tariff trade ties, but neither side have budged from their red lines. Turning to other subjects, Clauss said a deal to establish a 750 billion euro recovery fund for Europe was possible this summer, but would be difficult. Germany takes over the EU's six-month rotating presidency on July 1 and will be key to finding consensus among the 27 member states to approve the rescue plan. Also read: After years of arguments, British MPs set to finally seal Brexit deal EU leaders are to hold a virtual meeting on June 19 to advance on the matter, but a European official on Wednesday said a deal would require a face-to-face summit, hopefully in July.

Germany asks UK for 'more realistic' approach in Brexit talks

germany-uk

Germany Uk, News on Germany Uk, stories on Germany Uk, articles on Germany Uk, Germany Uk stories at Wion, Germany Uk news, Germany Uk latest news

germany uk

Britain's new foreign secretary David Lammy visits Germany, calls for 'reset' in EU relations

Germany asks UK for 'more realistic' approach in Brexit talks