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Britain will have to work hard to re-engage with US

The expectation in London is that Britain will have to work hard to re-establish the sort of special relationship with the United State it traditionally enjoys. PHOTO: AFP
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was among the first European leaders to congratulate United States President-elect Joe Biden on his election victory.

"The US is our important ally and I look forward to working closely together on our shared priorities, from climate change to trade and security," he said.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on November 12, 2020, with the headline Britain will have to work hard to re-engage with US. Subscribe