🇩🇪 Friedrich Merz
PM meeting with Chancellor Merz of Germany: 8 October 2026
What happened
The Prime Minister and Chancellor Merz welcomed the strength of the UK-Germany partnership and agreed to set a high level of ambition for its next phase. They reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and discussed efforts to secure a just and lasting peace. The leaders agreed on the need for a strong, collective European response to Russia's hybrid threats and to counter malicious misinformation.
Why it matters
The meeting reflects the importance of the UK-Germany partnership in addressing shared challenges and opportunities. The discussions on Ukraine and Russia's hybrid threats have implications for European security and stability. The leaders' agreement on a stronger partnership has the potential to deliver practical benefits for citizens and businesses.
Key facts
- The Prime Minister met Chancellor Merz in Berlin on 8 October 2026.
- The leaders welcomed the strength of the UK-Germany partnership under the Kensington Treaty.
- The Prime Minister expressed solidarity with Germany following the attempted Russian drone attack at Leipzig airport.
- The leaders agreed to deepen information sharing, contingency planning, and crisis response.
- The Prime Minister and Chancellor Merz discussed German participation in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).
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“PM meeting with Chancellor Merz of Germany: 8 October 2026”
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