PRESS RELEASE : Keir Starmer call with EU Commission President von der Leyen [July 2024]

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 5 July 2024.

The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, today.

The President congratulated the Prime Minister on his election victory, and he wished her well in her upcoming parliamentary election.

The leaders discussed areas of close cooperation between the UK and the EU, including support for Ukraine, climate change and regional security.

The Prime Minister and President emphasised the importance of the unique relationship between the UK and EU in addressing these challenges.

They agreed to stay in close contact and looked forward to meeting in person soon.