Starmer's trip to the Gulf aims to strengthen partnerships focused on economic investment, infrastructure growth, and energy independence despite controversies surrounding Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
Keir Starmer is focused on building relationships with countries like Saudi Arabia to support investment in the UK's infrastructure, despite criticisms of their human rights history.
The government's pursuit of a free trade deal with Gulf nations reflects a need for investment, as trade with Saudi Arabia alone is worth £17bn and supports nearly 90,000 jobs.
Starmer's balancing act involves advocating for human rights while seeking to deepen economic ties with Gulf nations to deliver the green energy and growth he has promised.
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