Trump says he can do business with Burnham but criticises 'terrible' Chagos deal
US President Donald Trump and UK leader Andy Burnham met at the UN General Assembly, where Trump praised Burnham's business acumen. However, Trump expressed strong disapproval of the UK's recent deal to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.
Why it matters
The meeting highlights the complex diplomatic relationship between the US and UK, particularly regarding military base security and international territorial disputes.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Richard Wheeler , Political reporter , Chris Mason , Political editor and Isabella Allen , Senior political producer Burnham "gets it" says Trump, as the two leaders meet for first time US President Donald Trump has said Andy Burnham is a man he can do business with, after the two leaders met in person for the first time.
Trump said UK-US relations are "more up now" that Burnham is in power, following their meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
Speaking to reporters, Burnham said he had "established a good connection" with Trump and they had "taken that further today" following discussions on issues such as trade and immigration.
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