Readout from the Prime Minister's call with the Prime Minister of
Sweden, Ulf Kristersson, this morning.
A Downing Street spokesperson said:
"The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Sweden,
Ulf Kristersson, this morning.
"The two leaders discussed the importance of the
UK-Sweden relationship, both bilaterally and through the
Joint Expeditionary Force and NATO to protect shared interests.
"Russia's ongoing aggression, both in Ukraine and through hybrid
attacks in Europe, emphasised the importance of that close
relationship, the leaders agreed.
"The Prime Minister reflected on his recent visit to Ukraine, and
thanked Prime Minister Kristersson for Sweden's strong support,
especially as Russia stepped up its egregious attacks.
"The leaders also discussed opportunities to drive growth between
the UK and Sweden, including through Rolls Royce's delivery of
Swedish Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). It was a good example of
how both countries could work together to deliver highly skilled
jobs and support Sweden's plans to deliver
clean, reliable and secure power, the Prime Minister
added.
"Finally, the leaders discussed the UK's ambition to get closer
to the European Union. The Prime Minister said he was focused on
driving a closer relationship that was delivered for people in
both the UK and Europe, increasing security, boosting opportunity
and supporting growth.
"The leaders looked forward to meeting soon."
