White House: "US-UK Strong Alliance... Biden to Speak with Sunak Within Days"

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] U.S. President Joe Biden is scheduled to speak with Rishi Sunak, the designated Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, within a few days, the White House announced on the 24th (local time).

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said at a briefing that "it is protocol for the U.S. President to congratulate the new British Prime Minister after he meets the monarch and is asked to form a government," adding, "President Biden expects to speak with Prime Minister Sunak within a few days."

She emphasized, "The fact that the U.S. and the U.K. are strong allies with a long-standing friendship will never change." She added, "The two countries remain reliable partners on all issues, including holding Russia accountable for its invasion of Ukraine."

Rishi Sunak, the designated British Prime Minister, will formally take office after meeting King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on the morning of the 25th. Afterwards, he is scheduled to deliver his inaugural speech in front of 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister's office, as is customary.

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