UK and France Strengthen Nuclear Cooperation: A New Era for European Security
Discover how the UK and France are deepening their nuclear coordination in response to growing regional tensions and what this means for European security.
In this episode of UK Business Morning, Alice and Lewis explore the groundbreaking agreement between the UK and France to enhance their nuclear cooperation. With concerns about Russia's actions on the rise, Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Macron have announced a joint response strategy to any extreme threat to Europe. This marks a significant step-up in collaboration between two of Europe's nuclear powers. The hosts discuss the implications of this partnership, including potential operational changes like closer submarine patrols and the development of new long-range missiles. As European countries look to the UK and France for leadership in an uncertain geopolitical climate, this episode provides a comprehensive look at the future of European security and defense.
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