UK and New Zealand: A Partnership for Peace and Security

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and New Zealand's Christopher Luxon plan to enhance defense ties and support Ukraine further as part of a defense partnership. They aim to strengthen navies in the Indo-Pacific amid rising global tensions and maintain support for Ukraine against Russia through the year's end.

The British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, along with his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, are poised to fortify defense and security links, which include augmenting support for Ukraine. Their forthcoming meeting will witness both leaders observing the collaborative training efforts of their respective armies in southwest England.

According to statements from Starmer's office, the discussions aim to establish a new joint defense partnership. Both nations have shared a long history of cooperation to uphold global peace and stability, a sentiment echoed by Starmer in a public declaration.

"In a world fraught with threats, our collaborative efforts enhance national and economic security," Starmer remarked. He highlighted the joint deployment of naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and unwavering support for Ukraine against an aggressive Russia, emphasizing the commitment to a steadfast alliance until the year's conclusion.

(With inputs from agencies.)