Discussion between Prime Minister and President Macron of France on July 5, 2025
In a conversation earlier today, Prime Minister [Name] and President Emmanuel Macron of France announced that the upcoming UK-France Summit, scheduled for Thursday, will focus on a wide range of joint priorities, including migration, economic growth, defence, and security. The leaders emphasised that the State Visit will provide a historic opportunity to deliver high-ambition outcomes and reflect the depth of the UK-France relationship.
One of the key topics of discussion for the summit will be migration. With the worsening situation in the English Channel, both leaders have identified migration as a critical focus, agreeing to work closely with partners on innovative solutions. The aim is to address the root causes of migration and find lasting solutions that prioritise the safety and well-being of those seeking refuge.
Another significant point on the agenda is defence and security cooperation. The intention is to enhance existing defence and security cooperation between the UK and France, with the aim of strengthening the alliance and ensuring the security of both nations.
Economic growth and joint priorities beyond security are also on the agenda, highlighting the breadth of the UK-France relationship. The leaders are expected to discuss ways to boost economic growth and collaborate on projects that benefit both countries.
The summit will coincide with a meeting of the "coalition of the willing," an alliance supporting Ukraine. The leaders have emphasised their enduring support for Ukraine and their focus on securing a just and lasting peace. The agenda includes maintaining Ukraine’s combat capabilities, increasing pressure on Russia, and planning next steps toward peace.
Diplomacy and dialogue are also expected to play a vital role in the summit, with the leaders highlighting the importance of these approaches to peace efforts. Although discussed earlier at the G7, this approach is likely to influence broader summit discussions.
The Prime Minister expressed anticipation about welcoming President Macron to the UK, and both leaders expressed a hope to make good progress during the Summit. The State Visit is expected to showcase the breadth of the UK-France relationship and the leaders' commitment to delivering progress in the interests of the British and French people.
- As the upcoming UK-France Summit approaches, the focus on politics will extend to discussions about migration, with both leaders intending to work collaboratively to find lasting solutions that prioritize the safety and well-being of those seeking refuge.
- In addition to migration, the general-news topic of defense and security cooperation is expected to take center stage during the summit, with the aim of strengthening the alliance between the UK and France to ensure the security of both nations.
