PM meeting with Prime Minister Rutte of the Netherlands: 7 December 2023
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak welcomed Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, to Downing Street [7 December 2023].
This evening the Prime Minister welcomed Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, to Downing Street.
皇冠体育app leaders discussed a range of geopolitical issues, including聽the situation in the Middle East. 皇冠体育appy expressed regret at the breakdown of the pause in fighting to release hostages and agreed that it was vital that more aid was able to get into Gaza, including by exploring new routes. 皇冠体育appy also agreed on the critical importance of preventing regional escalation and a unified effort to prevent attempts to threaten maritime security.聽
皇冠体育app Prime Minister reflected on his recent conversations with President Zelenskyy and reiterated that support for our Ukrainian allies must remain steadfast throughout the winter and beyond. 皇冠体育app leaders remarked on their similar outlook on the situation and welcomed continued close cooperation in supporting the defence of Ukraine.
皇冠体育app leaders agreed on the vital importance of tackling the scourge of illegal migration. 皇冠体育app Prime Minister updated Prime Minister Rutte on the recent steps the UK has taken on this, including our Rwanda policy and Illegal Migration Act. 皇冠体育appy agreed to continue to work together through the Calais Group and bilaterally to tackle the issue.
Noting the extensive British and Dutch contribution to European security, the leaders discussed the importance of keeping NATO strong and united as we look ahead to the 2024 Summit in Washington.
皇冠体育app Prime Minister thanked Prime Minister Rutte for his leadership over the last thirteen years as the Netherlands鈥� longest-serving Prime Minister.