Starmer Seeks New UK-EU Agreements Post-Brexit

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is aiming to reset Britain's relationship with the European Union, focusing on pragmatic and sensible leadership to improve economic growth, security, and tackle shared challenges such as migration and climate change. Starmer met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and other EU leaders to discuss cooperation in areas like trade, security, and youth mobility. While both parties expressed a desire for a stable relationship, Starmer ruled out rejoining the EU’s single market, customs union, or freedom of movement. The EU is particularly keen on a youth mobility scheme, which Starmer has been hesitant to agree on. The meetings mark the beginning of potentially lengthy negotiations, with both sides needing to build on existing agreements while addressing new cooperative ventures.