UK's Burnham brings pragmatic approach to first Trump meeting

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will meet U.S. President Donald Trump for the first time on Tuesday, using the occasion to advocate for Britain's leadership role in artificial intelligence during his debut on the global diplomatic stage. Burnham, a former mayor of Greater Manchester with limited foreign affairs experience, is emphasizing shared ground with Trump on AI, championing its benefits while acknowledging risks of unchecked development. His approach contrasts with predecessor Keir Starmer's efforts to court the U.S. leader. The meeting coincides with Burnham's attendance at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where he arrived Monday, marking his first major international engagement since becoming prime minister.