Leaders Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer discussed support for Ukraine's defense goals and EU-UK defense partnerships.

The entities involved

• Emmanuel Macron →

  president of France and Co-Prince of Andorra since 2017

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• Keir Starmer →

  Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024

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• European Commission →

  executive branch of the European Union

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  • The European Commission has initiated economic support measures for Armenia, including funding transfers, trade program development, and import restrictions.Mon 17:26
• Chatham House →

  international affairs think tank

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Related events

• Macron discussed support for Ukraine, strengthening UK-France ties, and cooperation on defense and energy.Jul 21
• Leaders met in Paris to discuss forming a multinational coalition to support Ukraine's defense goals.Jul 13
• The UK is sharing classified missile blueprints and aid to support Ukraine's defense efforts as part of a multinational coalition.Aug 27
• Keir Starmer is focused on securing trade deals and strengthening ties with allies in Europe, including standing with Ukraine.Jun 22
• Starmer increases defense spending due to Russia and reallocates funds from Miliband's projects, while Miliband considers Norwegian gas imports.Jun 30