Why is that important?
The Prime Minister's visit aims to strengthen European solidarity towards Russian aggression and to emphasise the request for further emphasis on Russia's economy. Starmer, seeking a "reset" of relations with the EU after the brexit, wants to convince allies to increase force on Russia's energy sector, which is crucial for the safety of the continent.
What did Starmer say?
The UK Prime Minister will express his willingness to work with European partners to keep force on Russia. "I am here to work with European partners to keep force on energy revenues and companies supplying its rocket factories to crush Putin's war machine," Starmer plans to propose.
What are the effects of sanctions?
The sanctions imposed on the Russian shadow float and the energy sector have importantly undermined Russian oil trade. gross from oil and gas fell by 29 percent compared to 2022, and sanctions increased transport costs. The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on more than 2.1 1000 people and entities related to Russia, including over 100 ships transporting Russian energy resources.
What are Starmer's plans for the EU?
The Prime Minister, who came to power after the July 2024 elections, seeks to improve relations with the European Union. It wants to reduce bureaucratic procedures limiting trade, but excludes the anticipation of Britain joining the EU again. On Sunday, Starmer and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz advocated closer relations between the UK and the EU and coordination of European arms production.
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