According to the White House statement, the US president and British prime minister discussed their policies towards China, Iran, and Russia on the phone.

Iran PressAmerica: According to an account released by the White House of the call with Boris Johnson, Joe Biden “conveyed his intention to strengthen the special relationship between our countries and revitalize transatlantic ties” citing the “critical role of Nato”.

Joe Biden said he wanted to “strengthen the special relationship” with the UK during his first call as US president with Boris Johnson, the British prime minister, stressing co-operation on climate change and health but with no mention of trade.

Biden said he was ready to work with Mr. Johnson at the G7 and United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 26) which are being hosted by the UK. According to the White House statement, Mr. Biden and Mr. Johnson also discussed their policies towards China, Iran, and Russia.

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