The provided text discusses a meeting between Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala and UK Labor leader Keir Starmer. Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
Czech-UK Cooperation on small Modular Reactors (smrs): The meeting highlighted a notable shift in Czech-British cooperation, specifically concerning the development of small modular reactors. Rolls-Royce SMR is considering building a factory for these reactors in the Czech republic, a move that Czech Prime Minister Fiala sees as having “great potential for cooperation” and the creation of many jobs. This collaboration was celebrated as a significant development in Czech-British cooperation.
UK’s reset with the EU: Fiala welcomed Starmer’s commitment to resetting relations between the UK and the european Union after Brexit. starmer has promised to bring Britain closer to the EU if elected and has already taken steps to strengthen defense cooperation and facilitate trade and border controls with the EU.
UK’s Nuclear Pact with France: The article mentions a recent nuclear pact between Britain and France, described as a symbolic end to turbulent relations post-Brexit. This pact is seen as a reaction to the Russian threat and the unpredictability of former US President Donald Trump’s policies.
Support for Ukraine: The discussion also touched upon the global situation, with Fiala commending Britain’s leading role in the “coalition of the willing” supporting Ukraine against russian aggression. Britain hosted a major meeting on military support for Ukraine and increasing economic pressure on Russia, which fiala attended via video call.
* Future Commitments for Ukraine: Starmer’s government has pledged to ensure security in Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire, including securing the skies, supporting maritime safety, and restoring ground forces.
