EU Leaders Congratulate New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Brussels, July 20 (KUNA) -- Leaders of the European Union today congratulated the new British Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, on his appointment and mandate to form a government, reaffirming their eagerness to strengthen the partnership between the European Union and the United Kingdom. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, in a post on the X platform, said, “I congratulate you on your appointment as Prime Minister,” expressing her hope to work with him to “strengthen the partnership between the European Union and the United Kingdom.” For his part, European Council President Antonio Costa congratulated the new British Prime Minister on assuming office. In a similar post, Costa expressed his anticipation of continuing to deepen cooperation between the two sides “for the benefit of citizens and businesses,” emphasizing that “the United Kingdom and the European Union are stronger when they work together.” For her part, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola congratulated the new British Prime Minister, affirming that “Europe and the United Kingdom are at their strongest when they work together as close partners.” (End) A.R.N. / A.B.G.