Foreign secretary to attend EU meeting on security

The foreign secretary will today attend the Gymnich EU talks in Poland.

At the meeting, David Lammy will underline how closer cooperation on security and defence is in the interests of both the UK and the EU.

Tammy was the first UK foreign secretary to attend a formal meeting of EU foreign ministers since Brexit, after attending a separate meeting in October.

Today's meeting comes ahead of the UK-EU Summit (19 May), which will cover a range of UK-EU issues.

Lammy said: "We are working hand-in-hand with our European allies to build a safer, more secure, and more prosperous Europe. Together, we will stand firm against aggression, defend our shared values, and deliver lasting peace.    

"In the face of Russian aggression, NATO’s Eastern Flank has never been more important. We are resolute in defending Europe’s security.   

"As we mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, this commitment reminds us that our collective defence of freedom and peace in Europe remains as vital today as it was eight decades ago."

As part of the visit, Lammy will also travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina, where he will meet political leaders to emphasise UK support for domestic action to respond to the ongoing political crisis. He will also visit the EUFOR military base, which is playing a key role in maintaining security in the country and therefore contributing to regional stability