UK and Germany Seek Major New Treaty

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting Germany to negotiate a new economic and defense treaty with Chancellor Olaf Scholz, aiming to reset post-Brexit relations with Europe. This landmark agreement is expected to cover areas such as trade, energy security, and joint efforts to combat illegal migration, providing advantageous market access for British businesses in Germany and vice versa. Starmer emphasized the necessity of moving beyond the previous government's damaging relationships and referred to this as a 'once-in-a-generation opportunity' to strengthen ties with European allies. The treaty negotiations may take several months, with expectations to finalize a narrower defense agreement soon. Following Berlin, Starmer will travel to Paris to meet French President Emmanuel Macron, continuing his efforts to enhance relations with key European partners. This initiative comes amid concerns over potential reductions in U.S. military support for Ukraine, particularly if Donald Trump wins the upcoming presidential election.