Sharjah24 - AFP: French President Emmanuel Macron will begin a three-day state visit to the United Kingdom on Tuesday, aimed at reinforcing Franco-British relations and boosting cooperation on key international issues. The visit comes amid efforts by the new UK government to strengthen ties with the European Union following Brexit.
Hosted by King Charles III, the trip will include a formal address to the British Parliament and a state banquet at Windsor Castle. Macron and his wife, Brigitte, are also expected to visit St George’s Chapel to pay respects at the tomb of Queen Elizabeth II.
A major focus of the visit will be the 37th Franco-British Summit, where Macron and Prime Minister Keir Starmer will discuss support for Ukraine, joint defence initiatives, and measures to curb illegal Channel crossings.
The visit reflects warming relations between Paris and London under the UK’s new centre-left government, and a shared commitment to greater European cooperation.
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