European Commission President Ursula Von Der
Leyen
A Downing Street spokesperson said:
“Prime Minister spoke to European Commission
President Ursula Von Der Leyen at COP27 in Egypt today.
“They reflected on the progress and challenges since COP26 in
Glasgow, committing to work together to speed up the transition
to renewables and mobilise finance for developing countries.
“The Prime Minister noted that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and
manipulation of energy prices had only strengthened the argument
for ending our reliance on fossil fuels.
“The leaders agreed the UK and European Union would remain
steadfast in our military, economic and diplomatic support for
Ukraine, and in countering Russian aggression.
“On the Northern Ireland Protocol, the Prime Minister reiterated
the need to find solutions to the very real problems it had
created on the ground in Northern Ireland. They agreed on the
importance of working together to agree a resolution.”
President of the United Arab Emirates, High Highness
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan
A Downing Street spokesperson said:
“The Prime Minister met the President of the United Arab
Emirates, High Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan, at
the COP27 climate summit.
“The leaders discussed regional security, in particular the
situation in Iran and Tehran’s destabilising behaviour in the
region, as well as the negotiations around the JCPoA nuclear
deal.
“The Prime Minister and Sheikh bin Zayed agreed to continue
working closely together on defence, security and trade,
including progressing the UK-GCC trade deal next year.
“They also welcomed cooperation on energy transition and green
technology, and looked forward to COP28 in the Emirates next
year.”
Prime Minister of
Italy, Giorgia
Meloni
A Downing Street spokesperson said:
“Prime Minister met Giorgia Meloni, Prime
Minister of Italy, at COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh today.
“The leaders had a positive discussion on a range of shared
issues and priorities, including tackling illegal migration and
people smuggling gangs.
“Reflecting on the UN climate summit, they noted the importance
of addressing climate change for our long-term security and
prosperity.
“The Prime Minister highlighted the shock to global energy and
food prices caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the
leaders agreed to continue to take strong action to support
Ukraine and hold Russia to account for its actions.
“The Prime Minister and Prime Minister Meloni welcomed the
opportunity to meet at the start of their respective premierships
and looked forward to working closely together, building on the
strong partnership between the UK and Italy.”
