PM call with Chancellor Scholz: 22 December 2021
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
A Downing Street spokesperson:
鈥淭he Prime Minister spoke to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz this evening to congratulate him on his appointment.
鈥淭he Prime Minister and Chancellor Scholz underlined the fundamental value of the UK-Germany relationship, which is driven by our countries鈥� shared global outlook. They agreed on the importance of the partnership in areas including foreign policy, climate change and trade. Both leaders resolved to work to deepen and breadthen the relationship further.
鈥淭he leaders discussed a number of international issues, including the current situation on Ukraine鈥檚 border. They agreed on the importance of engaging with Russia to de-escalate the situation and prevent further aggression.
鈥淭hey also updated one another on the latest developments relating to the emergence of the Omicron variant in their respective countries.
鈥淭he Prime Minister and Chancellor Scholz welcomed the opportunity Germany鈥檚 Presidency of the G7 in 2022 presents for building on the progress made under the UK鈥檚 Presidency this year.
鈥淭he Prime Minister stressed the importance he places on resolving the very real issues caused by the implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol. Both leaders agreed it was important to address this issue as soon as possible
鈥淭he leaders looked forward to meeting again in person at the earliest opportunity.鈥�