Scholz and Starmer aim to strengthen their collaboration.
The UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, talks about a "one-time chance in a generation" with the announcement of a cooperation agreement between Berlin and London. By year's end, these two nations intend to strengthen their ties with a bilateral agreement that encompasses areas like trade, defense, migration, energy, and climate change.
During a meeting in Berlin, Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prime Minister Starmer agreed to step up collaboration, be it in defense, economics, or even combating illegal migration. Scholz referred to this as a "unique opportunity" for mutual benefit, not only for their people but also for Europe and the transatlantic region's security.
A possibility of the UK rejoining the EU or the European single market and customs union was dismissed by Prime Minister Starmer. On the other hand, Scholz praised the "close and reliable partnership" between the two countries.
In Scholz's words, "This cooperation will be fostered for our people, for the benefit of Europe, and for the security of the transatlantic region." They goal being to establish a new base for their relationship in the coming months. Scholz emphasized that such a cooperative agreement was unheard of between Germany and the UK. Regular consultations between the governments of these two nations are also to be scheduled.
Starmer clarified that the UK has no intention of reversing Brexit, or reentering the EU customs union or the European single market. Even a youth mobility program is off the table. Instead, he envisions a "close relationship" between the two countries.
Illegal migration and its countermeasures are areas where the two nations are looking to work together more closely. Scholz and Starmer also pledged their continuous backing for Ukraine in its resistance against Russia. Scholz anticipates a swift clarification of the technical details concerning G7 aid for Ukraine.
Both sides encouraged peace in the context of the conflict between Hamas and Israel, with Hamas requested to free its hostages. Scholz further urged Israel to enhance the condition of the Palestinian civilian population.
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