Emergency Press Conference
- The British Brief
- 3 hours ago
- 1 min read
Sir Keir Starmer has delivered an emergency press conference on the growing tensions between US President Donald Trump and the UK and EU countries.
Addressing the nation, the Prime Minister vowed to "keep dialogue open" with Mr Trump, but will not hesitate to use "full strength of the Government" to "protect the security, living standards and future of the British people".
In his address, Sir Keir said: "The world has become markably more turbulent in recent weeks. Events are moving fast. And in moments like this, what matters most is being clear about the values and the interests that guide us.
"Even as circumstances change, the United Kingdom has a long history. Our values were not improvised, they were built patiently over time.
"And while we are pragmatic in how we pursue our interests, we are resolute in defending those values when it matters.
"So let me begin with the United States. The UK and the US are close allies and close partners.
"That relationship matters profoundly, not just to our security, but to the prosperity and the stability that people here depend upon.
"Under President Trump, as under previous presidents, we're determined to keep that relationship strong, constructive and focused on results, and that approach is delivering.
"Through sustained engagement, we've seen significant US investment into the UK economy running into hundreds of billions of pounds, supporting growth, skills and jobs right across the country.
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