Rishi Sunak (Rushi Sunak) made a formal announcement to join the race for the post of Prime Minister of Britain. Announcing his candidature for the post of PM, he said that he wants to bring the economy back on track and work for the country. The 42-year-old Sunak is leading with the support of at least 128 members of Parliament. On the other hand, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has also claimed to have 100 loyal MPs.
- Rishi Sunak formally announced his entry into the race for the post of Prime Minister of Britain
- Sunak said- I want to work for my country
- The 42-year-old Sunak is leading with the support of at least 128 members of Parliament
- Boris Johnson loyalists have also claimed they have the 100 MPs needed to make the shortlist
Indian-origin former chancellor Rishi Sunak formally announced his candidacy for the leadership of the Conservative Party on Sunday. The 42-year-old Sunak is clearly the front-runner, as he leads with the support of at least 128 members of parliament. Loyalists of his former boss Boris Johnson have also claimed he has the 100 MPs needed to make the shortlist.
Sunak tweeted that the United Kingdom is a great country. We are currently facing a deep economic crisis, so I stand to be the leader of the Conservative Party and to be your next Prime Minister. I want to fix the economy, unite my party. I want to work for my country.
He said that the challenges we are facing now are even bigger. The opportunities are unprecedented if we make the right choices. I have a track record of delivery, a clear plan to tackle the biggest issues facing us and I will deliver on the promises I made in the 2019 manifesto.
He tweeted that under my leadership there will be integrity, professionalism and accountability at all levels of government and I will work day and night. He said I am seeking your opportunity to help solve your problems. In fact, Prime Minister Truss announced his resignation on Thursday following protests against his leadership in the Conservative Party.