Dan Berry

I am arriving in the United Kingdom for a State Visit, followed by a Franco-British summit. An important moment for our two nations. The United Kingdom is a strategic partner, an ally, a friend. Our bond is longstanding, forged by History and strengthened by trust. Together, we will address the major challenges of our time: security, defence, nuclear energy, space, innovation, artificial intelligence, migration, and culture. These are all areas in which we seek to act together and deepen our cooperation in a concrete, effective, and lasting way. This is also a significant moment for our Europe. The willingness expressed by the United Kingdom to strengthen ties with the European Union is a powerful signal — one that I welcome. It commits us collectively to explore new means of cooperation that respect our mutual interests. There is so much we can build together: for the stability of our continent, for our shared prosperity and competitiveness, and for the protection of our democracies. Our joint efforts to support Ukraine — where the security of our continent is at stake — our industrial projects with EDF, our cooperation in space and joint military work are all concrete examples that show how vibrant and forward-looking our partnership is. French and British: two free and proud peoples who never give up. That is what unites us, beyond any official texts. That is what binds us.

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