<p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday (Aug 28) met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to ‘reset ties’ and discuss a new cooperation treaty that would bring the two nations closer on clean energy, technology, defence, and irregular migration.</p>

<p>The Downing Street described the effort as a “once in a generation opportunity” to “turn a corner on Brexit.” It stated that the full agreement was yet to be finalised.</p>

<p>A joint declaration released after the meeting said the two leaders want to take German-UK ties to “the next level.” It said that the deal, which could be finalised “by early next year”, will need to be "in full accordance with Germany’s membership of the EU, and the UK’s relationship with the EU".</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;UK PM Keir Starmer in Germany, visit to focus on defence and trade talks</strong></p>

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<p>The joint declaration stated that a new defence agreement will also be struck, which acts as a “key pillar” of the overall treaty.</p>

<p>“The focus was on the bilateral treaty that we want to develop and the most substantive part of that in the end turned out to be the illegal migration joint work that we can do together, which is obviously important to me,” said PM Keir Starmer.</p>

<p>However, the PM warned that the treaty has 'nothing to do with' youth mobility. “The treaty is a bilateral treaty. That’s got nothing to do with youth mobility or anything like that. That’s to do with trade, defence, the economy, illegal migration, etc,” said Starmer while talking to media.</p>

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<p>The UK leader also clarified that the deal will not end up reversing Brexit.</p>

<p>"That does not mean reversing Brexit or re-entering the single market or the customs union. But it does mean a closer relationship on a number of fronts, including the economy, including defence, including exchanges,” he stated.</p>

<p>The duo also discussed Ukraine in their talks, with Starmer saying they were committed to stand with Ukraine. He also mentioned Gaza war and talked about Israel's right to defend itself, the release of hostages and a permanent ceasefire.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday (Aug 28) met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to ‘reset ties’ and discuss a new cooperation treaty that would bring the two nations closer on clean energy, technology, defence, and irregular migration.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday (Aug 28) met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to ‘reset ties’ and discuss a new cooperation treaty that would bring the two nations closer on clean energy, technology, defence, and irregular migration. The Downing Street described the effort as a “once in a generation opportunity” to “turn a corner on Brexit.” It stated that the full agreement was yet to be finalised. A joint declaration released after the meeting said the two leaders want to take German-UK ties to “the next level.” It said that the deal, which could be finalised “by early next year”, will need to be "in full accordance with Germany’s membership of the EU, and the UK’s relationship with the EU". Watch: UK PM Keir Starmer in Germany, visit to focus on defence and trade talks × The joint declaration stated that a new defence agreement will also be struck, which acts as a “key pillar” of the overall treaty. “The focus was on the bilateral treaty that we want to develop and the most substantive part of that in the end turned out to be the illegal migration joint work that we can do together, which is obviously important to me,” said PM Keir Starmer. However, the PM warned that the treaty has 'nothing to do with' youth mobility. “The treaty is a bilateral treaty. That’s got nothing to do with youth mobility or anything like that. That’s to do with trade, defence, the economy, illegal migration, etc,” said Starmer while talking to media. Also read: Britain on health alert, asks people to stay inside as corrosive gas fills skies in UK The UK leader also clarified that the deal will not end up reversing Brexit. "That does not mean reversing Brexit or re-entering the single market or the customs union. But it does mean a closer relationship on a number of fronts, including the economy, including defence, including exchanges,” he stated. The duo also discussed Ukraine in their talks, with Starmer saying they were committed to stand with Ukraine. He also mentioned Gaza war and talked about Israel's right to defend itself, the release of hostages and a permanent ceasefire. (With inputs from agencies)

UK’s Starmer, Germany’s Scholz announce treaty to reset ties but won’t reverse Brexit

<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>

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<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>

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<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>
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<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>

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<p>"Together @ABaerbock and I will address shared threats and support Ukraine," wrote Lammy on X.&nbsp;</p>

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<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)

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