UK offers EU strategic partnership to boost trade and security

theguardian.comPublished: 4/28/2025

Summary

The UK and EU have teamed up to deepen trade ties and counter Trump's shift away from decades of U.S.-Uk cooperation, focusing on shared interests in migration, defense, and Ukraine-related efforts. The EU is also considering measures like a "youth experience" program to boost mobility without increasing migration. Meanwhile, the UK grapples with U.S. tariff tensions, while Von der Leyen highlights the EU's commitment to advancing renewable energy investments to strengthen ties and address global challenges.