UK, EU agree on several deals at London summit DW 05/19/2025
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted EU leaders in London, announcing agreements to enhance defense and trade relations. These arrangements aim to streamline trade, reduce red tape, and foster economic growth, potentially contributing £9 billion to the UK economy by 2040. A fisheries agreement allows EU access to UK waters for 12 years in return for eased food trade regulations. The summit, viewed as a 'reset' of relations since Starmer's election, seeks annual meetings to foster cooperation and pragmatic solutions for mutual benefit.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced landmark agreements at a summit in London, aiming to deepen UK-EU ties in defense, trade, and customs efficiency.
Starmer emphasized this summit marks a new era in UK-EU relations, with agreements expected to significantly boost the British economy by easing trade barriers.
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