UK PM Keir Starmer Forms New Government

Keir Starmer's new UK government, following Labour's victory, met for the first time to address priorities like economic stability, NHS waiting times, and border security. Starmer emphasized the need for 'difficult decisions' and a different approach while assembling his Cabinet, aiming to tackle domestic challenges and restore trust in government. The new Prime Minister swiftly appointed key officials, including notable figures like Bridget Phillipson, to shape his administration. In parallel, South Africa finalized national and provincial governments through power-sharing agreements after no party secured a clear majority in recent elections. Starmer, at 61, became the 58th UK Prime Minister, succeeding Rishi Sunak, with a historical context of past UK Prime Ministers' tenures highlighted.