The True Post(Web News) Britain and France have signed a historic bilateral agreement
The agreement aims to curb illegal immigration and reduce the growing pressure on Europe’s coastal areas. The agreement includes the immediate arrest and speedy deportation of illegal immigrants arriving in small boats. At the same time, the two countries have also agreed in principle to share nuclear defense capabilities.
Immigration via small boats a major challenge
The agreement comes at a time when thousands of people have been illegally entering the UK via the English Channel in recent years, many making the perilous sea crossing from France to England in small boats.
British Prime Minister
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said at a press conference after the agreement: “We will no longer tolerate those arriving in small boats. Such people will be arrested immediately and sent back after a short process. We will only accept genuine refugees.” Britain says the move is not only necessary to **make the legal immigration system effective** but will also **stop human trafficking.
A sign of full cooperation from France
French President Emmanuel Macron also called the agreement a new chapter and said France would fully cooperate with the UK** to prevent illegal immigration. He said: “This agreement is not just an administrative decision but a strong message for the future of Europe that we are now going to deal with such problems in an organized, coordinated and decisive way.”
Northwood Declaration and Nuclear Defense Sharing
Another important aspect of this agreement is that the two countries have signed the **Northwood Declaration** for the first time, under which the UK and France will now coordinate their nuclear defense capabilities.
President Macron said: “Our forces will now operate under a common strategy. Adversaries will know that Britain and France are capable of responding **quickly and effectively** to any aggression.” The move is being seen as a major step towards strengthening defense trust between the two countries, especially at a time when geopolitical tensions in Europe are rising.
International reaction
International observers say the deal is a clear indication of the tightening of immigration policy in Europe, and its human rights implications could also be under discussion. The United Nations and other organizations will try to ensure that the rights of genuine refugees are not affected.
This agreement is not only giving a new dimension to the **bilateral relationship** between the UK and France, but may also be a precursor to a change in **European border policy**. The practical implementation of this agreement and the reaction of the international community will be closely monitored in the coming days.
