Immigration, Brexit and a kiss for Princess Kate: Day 1 of Macron's first UK state visit

Emmanuel Macron urged Britain and France “to shoulder the burden of European security” together as he appealed for the two nations work more closely on issues including defence and the migrant crisis.

The French president delivered his remarks as the first European leader to receive a state visit to Britain and address both houses of parliament since Brexit was finalised in 2020.

In a passionate address, Mr Macron made clear that the events which saw the UK leave the EU are in the past and he hailed Sir Keir Starmer - whom he referred to as “dear Keir” - for his reset of the relations.

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