On May 13 (Moscow time), TASS news agency reported that King Charles III of England said that the United Kingdom will increase defense spending, strengthen NATO's role in ensuring European security and continue to support Ukraine.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the new session of the British Parliament, King Charles III said the government will continue to pursue a foreign policy based on a cautious assessment of national interests.
In a volatile world, my government will continue to pursue a foreign policy based on assessment of national interests," the king said.
According to King Charles III, British Ministers will seek to improve relations with European partners. This is considered an important step to strengthen security in the region.
The King also emphasized that the British Government will continue to give steadfast support to Ukraine. London is one of the European countries with a tough stance on Russia and has repeatedly announced military and financial aid packages to Kiev.
Regarding the Middle East, King Charles III said that the British Government will continue to promote long-term peace in the region, while supporting a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine.
In addition, the King affirmed that the British Government will maintain its "unbreakable" commitment to NATO and its allies in this military alliance. That commitment includes increasing defense spending sustainably.
The British King's speech, traditionally drafted by the cabinet, aims to present the government's legislative agenda for the year. In this speech, King Charles III introduced more than 35 Labour government bills, related to the fields of economy, energy, national security, education, health and transportation.
The speech was made in the context that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing political pressure within the Labour Party. According to TASS, about 90 Labour MPs in the House of Commons are demanding his resignation.
Pressure on Mr. Starmer has increased after the Labour Party's defeat in the local elections last week. Some government members and assistant ministers have resigned, seen as signs of disagreement with the current line of the prime minister.
