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 growth of London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s scheme.
The convoys of world leaders sometimes journey by the entrance gates of Downing Street for conferences with the British Prime Minister.
The Crown Prince as an alternative emerged on the well-known entrance door alongside Rishi Sunak having gone in by way of another entrance, with the pair shaking fingers and smiling for the ready media.
In a Downing Street assertion following the go to, a spokesperson stated the 2 leaders witnessed the signing of a brand new UK-Kuwait funding partnership.
Mr Sunak “noted opportunities to diversify Kuwaiti investments in the UK, driving growth in both countries in new sectors, from life sciences to technology” throughout their dialogue, based on a readout.
The leaders additionally talked about deepening defence and cyber-security ties.
In transient remarks earlier than their assembly, the Prime Minister 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.”
The Crown Prince, talking by a translator and briefly remarks, stated: “We are ready for that.
“To serve your country and our country. To cooperate and to support.”