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UK-Macron, Sunak To Attempt Bilateral Summit In 2023

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Elysee Palace publishing readout of the first call between President Emmanuel Macron and new UK PM Rishi Sunak. States that the two discussed the situation in Ukraine as well as energy supplies/security. Elysee states that Macron 'told Sunak of his willingness to deepen bilateral ties between France and the UK, especially in areas such as defence and energy.'

  • The two agreed to try to hold a bilateral summit in 2023. The last bilateral summit took place in Sandhurst, England in 2018, with Macron meeting then-PM Theresa May.
  • States that Macron and Sunak discussed climate change and the upcoming COP27 summit in Egypt (which PM Sunak has announced he will not be attending).
  • Downing St. spox states that in the call, PM Sunak 'stressed the importance he places on the UK's relationship with France, a neighbour and ally'.
  • Politically important for Sunak to seek good relations w/Macron. Major issue domestically are small boat crossings on the English Channel. If the large numbers crossing can be stemmed it would provide notable boost to Sunak gov't, French cooperation essential on the matter.

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