Andy Burnham targets migrant crisis ahead of Macron’s visit to No 10
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to meet French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss curbing irregular migration and strengthening EU relations. This meeting marks a shift for Burnham, who has primarily focused on domestic issues since taking office.
Why it matters
The meeting signals a strategic pivot in UK foreign policy as the new government seeks to address the small boats crisis through international cooperation.
Andy Burnham and Emmanuel Macron at a preview event for the Bayeux tapestry exhibition at the British Museum./Getty Images Andy Burnham and Emmanuel Macron at a preview event for the Bayeux tapestry exhibition at the British Museum./Getty Images Andy Burnham Andy Burnham targets migrant crisis ahead of Macron’s visit to No 10 PM will aim to centre talks with French president on key foreign policy issues such as Iran, smuggling gangs and EU relations
Prefer the Guardian on Google Andy Burnham will begin the process of courting European leaders when he welcomes Emmanuel Macron as the first foreign head of state to visit him in Downing Street.
The prime minister will meet the French president at No 10 on Thursday as he looks to make inroads on a number of foreign policy objectives, including curbing irregular migration and sealing a new deal with the EU.
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