UK PM on way back to work, speaks to Trump

April 21, 2020 23:04

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday and thanked him for his good wishes while he was recovering from the coronavirus as the two leaders agreed on the importance of a coordinated international response to the pandemic that has infected over 2.5 million people worldwide.

Johnson, 55, is gradually engaging with government officials and his Cabinet as he prepares for a full-time return from his convalescence following his COVID-19 hospitalisation, Downing Street said on Tuesday.

He will not be resuming formal government duties yet but spoke to Trump on the phone to thank him for his get-well wishes during his illness.

The PM spoke to President Trump this afternoon, and thanked him for his good wishes while he was unwell, said a Downing Street spokesperson.

The leaders agreed on the importance of a coordinated international response to coronavirus, including through the G7 which the US currently chairs. They also discussed continued UK-US cooperation in the fight against the pandemic, the spokesperson said.

-- PTI

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