Boris Johnson’s weakness brings international complications
2 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson’s weakness brings international complications

Associated Press  

LONDON — When British Prime Minister Boris Johnson survived a no-confidence vote this week, at least one other world leader shared his relief. “It’s quite hard to address whatever international challenges we face while you are battling your own political party,” said David Lawrence, a research fellow at international affairs think-tank Chatham House. A bakery in Ukraine’s capital has even created a sweet treat named the “Boris Johnson”: a puff pastry cake topped with meringue and ice cream, vaguely reminiscent of the British leader’s blond mop. “ a sense on the EU side of ‘Why the hell would we make concessions now, because this guy might not be in charge for very long?’” Brexit is central to Johnson’s foreign policy. At the same time, however, his government has cut foreign aid and proposed shrinking the diplomatic service — moves Lawrence says are “completely contradictory to ‘Global Britain.’” The no-confidence vote in Johnson was spurred by lockdown-breaching parties in government buildings during the COVID-19 pandemic, attended by Johnson’s staff and in some cases the prime minister himself.

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As Boris Johnson departs, UK takes stock of his messy legacy
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As Boris Johnson departs, UK takes stock of his messy legacy

Associated Press  

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U.K. PM Johnson claims to be on track to win next election amid rebellion
2 years, 6 months ago

U.K. PM Johnson claims to be on track to win next election amid rebellion

The Hindu  

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2 years, 6 months ago

Johnson in crisis after Tories crushed in U.K. parliamentary votes

The Hindu  

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Weakened UK leader Boris Johnson survives no-confidence vote
2 years, 7 months ago

Weakened UK leader Boris Johnson survives no-confidence vote

Associated Press  

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to face confidence vote
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to face confidence vote

Deccan Chronicle  

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2 years, 7 months ago

Britain’s economy is in a bad place. Removing Boris Johnson might help

CNN  

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India, UK decide on new defence, security deals
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Deccan Chronicle  

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Boris Johnson accused of breaking vow to ‘ensure Putin fails in Ukraine’ in hunt for India trade deal
2 years, 8 months ago

Boris Johnson accused of breaking vow to ‘ensure Putin fails in Ukraine’ in hunt for India trade deal

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UK PM Johnson signals visa flexibility with India: ‘always been in favour of…’
2 years, 8 months ago

UK PM Johnson signals visa flexibility with India: ‘always been in favour of…’

Hindustan Times  

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UK PM Johnson says Ukraine peace talks are doomed because of 'crocodile' Putin
2 years, 8 months ago

UK PM Johnson says Ukraine peace talks are doomed because of 'crocodile' Putin

India Today  

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What is on the agenda as UK’s Boris Johnson visits India?

Al Jazeera  

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Hindustan Times  

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2 years, 10 months ago

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Boris Johnson: Can the UK’s prime minister hold on to power?
3 years ago

Boris Johnson: Can the UK’s prime minister hold on to power?

Al Jazeera  

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Conservatives in the U.K. suffer an election loss in a setback for Boris Johnson
3 years ago

Conservatives in the U.K. suffer an election loss in a setback for Boris Johnson

NPR  

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UK struggles for influence as Afghan crisis strains US ties
3 years, 4 months ago

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India TV News  

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Brexit: A majority of Britons aren’t satisfied with how trade agreement turned out
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Brexit: A majority of Britons aren’t satisfied with how trade agreement turned out

CNN  

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Theresa May rebukes Boris Johnson as UK welcomes Biden era
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Associated Press  

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Boris Johnson's big win in UK polls, 'special relationship' with Narendra Modi lays base for closer ties between Britain and India
5 years ago

Boris Johnson's big win in UK polls, 'special relationship' with Narendra Modi lays base for closer ties between Britain and India

Firstpost  

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Britain votes for Brexit
5 years ago

Britain votes for Brexit

The Hindu  

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The day of Boris: On U.K. polls
5 years ago

The day of Boris: On U.K. polls

The Hindu  

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From punchline to political star: the rise of Boris Johnson
5 years ago

From punchline to political star: the rise of Boris Johnson

Associated Press  

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UK’s Johnson uses fiery strategy with election in mind
5 years, 3 months ago

UK’s Johnson uses fiery strategy with election in mind

Associated Press  

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Boris Johnson prepares to take his place on world stage
5 years, 4 months ago

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Associated Press  

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Boris Johnson convinced his party to trade credentials for cut-through. Will Britain do the same?
5 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson convinced his party to trade credentials for cut-through. Will Britain do the same?

ABC  

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Boris Johnson was not always President Trump’s best friend
5 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson was not always President Trump’s best friend

CNN  

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Boris Johnson pledges ’new and improved’ trade ties with India as UK PM
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson pledges ’new and improved’ trade ties with India as UK PM

Live Mint  

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'He's a flawed character and they do not care': the rise of U.K.'s Boris Johnson
5 years, 6 months ago

'He's a flawed character and they do not care': the rise of U.K.'s Boris Johnson

NPR  

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Boris Johnson takes strong lead in race for next UK leader
5 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson takes strong lead in race for next UK leader

Associated Press  

LONDON — The flamboyant, divisive Boris Johnson took a commanding lead Thursday in the contest to become Britain’s next prime minister, winning by far the largest share of support in the first round of voting by Conservative Party lawmakers. The winner will become both the new Conservative Party leader and Britain’s next prime minister. Johnson vowed Wednesday that as prime …

Problem is political, not economic: Boris Johnson on Brexit
5 years, 10 months ago

Problem is political, not economic: Boris Johnson on Brexit

India Today  

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