Starmer says UK must get closer to Europe as US relationship changes
Summary
Keir Starmer called for the UK to deepen its ties with Europe, saying changes in the US relationship under President Donald Trump are likely to last beyond his presidency. He urged European countries to take greater responsibility for their own defence while maintaining the transatlantic alliance.Key Facts
- Starmer made the remarks at an event hosted by the British Irish Chamber of Commerce.
- He said Russia’s invasion of Ukraine exposed weaknesses in European defence and security.
- Starmer said the US would no longer bankroll European security and urged Europe to prepare for that shift.
- He called for closer economic and security cooperation between the UK and Europe, beyond defence alone.
- Starmer said Brexit had caused deep damage to the UK economy.
- He argued that European security cooperation should include countries outside the EU, including the UK.
- Starmer met Irish political and business leaders in Dublin, including Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
- The article says a forthcoming EU-UK summit is expected to focus on food standards, energy and youth mobility.
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