UK Prime Minister Appoints David Cameron as Foreign Secretary

UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak has named ex-Prime Minister, David Cameron as the Foreign Secretary after a cabinet reshuffle.

Cameron replaces James Cleverly who is now the new Home Secretary.

The former Prime Minister has been out of government since resigning in 2016 after the Brexit referendum.

This reshuffle was sparked by the sacking of Suella Braverman this morning (Monday), days after she wrote a controversial article in The Times newspaper, criticising the Met Police.

It was later confirmed she had ignored advice from No 10 to make changes to the article, according to BBC.

Also, Environment Secretary, Therese Coffey also leaves her job, as the reshuffle continues.

Why I Agreed To Serve As Sunak’s Foreign Secretary – David Cameron

Mainwhile, the former UK Prime Minister, David Cameron said he agreed to serve as Foreign Secretary in PM Rishi Sunak’s cabinet because he wants to help deliver security and prosperity to the country.

Cameron in a long tweet on X, Monday, said “The Prime Minister has asked me to serve as his Foreign Secretary and I have gladly accepted.

“We are facing a daunting set of international challenges, including the war in Ukraine and the crisis in the Middle East. At this time of profound global change, it has rarely been more important for this country to stand by our allies, strengthen our partnerships and make sure our voice is heard.

“While I have been out of front-line politics for the last seven years, I hope that my experience – as Conservative Leader for eleven years and Prime Minister for six – will assist me in helping the Prime Minister to meet these vital challenges.”

He said Britain is a truly international country, saying “Our people live all over the world and our businesses trade in every corner of the globe. Working to help ensure stability and security on the global stage is both essential and squarely in our national interest. International security is vital for our domestic security.”

Cameron said though he might have disagreed with some individual decisions, it is clear to him that Rishi Sunak is a strong and capable Prime Minister, who is showing exemplary leadership at a difficult time.

“I want to help him to deliver the security and prosperity our country needs and be part of the strongest possible team that serves the United Kingdom and that can be presented to the country when the General Election is held.

“I believe in public service. That is what first motivated me to get involved in politics in the 1980s, to work in government in the 1990s, become a Member of Parliament in the 2000s and put myself forward as Party Leader and Prime Minister.

“The UK’s Foreign Office, our Diplomatic Service, our Intelligence Services and our Aid and Development capabilities are some of the finest assets of their kind anywhere in the world. I know from my time in office that they are staffed by brilliant, patriotic and hard-working people. They have been well led by James Cleverly, with whom I look forward to working in his vital new role.

“It will be an honour to serve our country alongside our dedicated FCDO staff and provide the continued leadership and support that they deserve,” he stated.

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