‘Now Brexit is behind us’: what’s at stake as Macron makes state visit to the UK?
by Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent from on (#6YGHQ)
Future of 100bn UK-France trade relationship in focus amid attempt to show unity in face of Trump tariffs
As Keir Starmer welcomes Emmanuel Macron to Britain for a landmark state visit aimed at building closer ties between London and Paris, the future of the nations' 100bn trading relationship will be drawn sharply into focus.
In the three days of talks, concluding with the 37th Franco-British summit on Thursday, much of the attention will be on cross-Channel issues, including migration, amid expectations for a new deal on tackling small boat crossings. However, cooperation on business, trade, defence and security in the shifting global landscape will also feature prominently.
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