The prime minister stated that the “special relationship with the US is so important and stronger than ever” while the two were seen sitting together and occasionally laughing.
Mr. Biden proceeded to refer to the United States and the United Kingdom as the “best of allies” and referred to Britain as “the transatlantic knot” that unites NATO.
In an effort to strengthen ties between the two nations, Sir Keir gave Mr. Biden a personalized Arsenal shirt that bore his last name and the number 46 on the back, which is a reference to his presidential number.
Being an Arsenal season ticket holder, the prime minister and the Downing Street team hoped.
The leader of the United Kingdom is also presenting a copy of the Atlantic Charter, which was amended by then-Labour leader Clement Attlee and opened the door for NATO’s establishment, to his counterpart.
Mr. Biden questioned Sir Keir on whether football is returning home in response to England’s most recent triumph at Euro 2024, which came after the Three Lions defeated the Netherlands to get to the tournament’s final.
The US president retorted, “It looks like it, and it’s because of the prime minister.” The prime minister had the last word.
