Kuwait Crown Prince meets Sunak amid backdrop of anti-Ulez protests
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he Crown Prince of Kuwait had his go to to Number 10 partially disrupted by opponents of the ultra-low emission zone (Ulez), who staged a protest in opposition to the scheme outdoors Downing Street.
The assembly between Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Saba and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak coincided with a loud demonstration on Tuesday in opposition to the enlargement of London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s scheme.
The convoys of world leaders usually journey via the entrance gates of Downing Street for conferences with the British Prime Minister.
The Crown Prince as a substitute emerged on the well-known entrance door alongside Rishi Sunak having gone in through another entrance, with the pair shaking fingers and smiling for the ready media.
In transient remarks earlier than their assembly, Mr Sunak stated he wished to debate future ties between the UK and Kuwait.
He stated: “Your Highness, it is such a great pleasure to welcome you to Downing Street.
“The friendship between our countries stretches back over 100 years. I am excited today to talk to you about the future, how we can strengthen our partnership, both economically and for our mutual security.”
Discussions between the 2 leaders are anticipated to centre on commerce and funding between the 2 nations.
The Crown Prince, talking via a translator and briefly remarks, stated: “We are ready for that.
“To serve your country and our country. To cooperate and to support.”