UK and Australia Discuss Enhancing Bilateral Relations and Security Partnership with the US

London -- British Prime Minister Andy Burnham discussed with his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese, the enhancement of bilateral relations and the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, as well as the sanctions imposed by London on illegal settlements in the West Bank. The British government stated in a press release that these discussions took place during a meeting between the two sides on Monday, ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. The release noted that Burnham outlined the UK’s new rules regarding migrants seeking to settle in the country, and the two leaders discussed the best ways to curb illegal immigration. According to the statement, both sides agreed that the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the UK, and the US is making tangible progress, adding that the submarines to be produced under this partnership will play a vital role in the defense and security of the three countries. The two leaders reaffirmed the necessity of adhering to the two-state solution on the Palestinian issue, while also expressing their steadfast support for Ukraine. (End) ASA / FLA