Liz Truss hails 'hard-headed' AUKUS submarine deal amid deepening row with France

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The new foreign secretary says the agreement shows Britain's readiness to be 'hard-headed in defending our interests', adding that it could result in hundreds of new jobs.

, Richard Ferrand said:"I think it has somewhat tarnished the bonds of friendship that we have. Yes, it has made things more difficult in terms of trust and friendship."'AUKUS alliance will bring us closer than ever'

In the Commons on Thursday, Boris Johnson sought to smooth over the differences, insisting relations with France remained"rock solid" while Downing Street described Paris as"a close ally and friend" of the UK. The French were reportedly given just a few hours' notice of the new agreement ahead of what is expected to be a tough election year for Mr Macron.

 

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Well said liz.

More proof that Truss is a true Donkey

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Britain is a bit part player in all of this, small fish. The Australian government will pay dearly for reneging on this huge contract. It could be A$billions in cancellation charges. It's not hard-headed It's arrogance by AUKUS.

good luck

You were exactly right APHClarkson. She knows exactly what she is doing.

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