Rishi Sunak, the current UK Prime Minister, took office on October 25, 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson. He is the first British Asian and Hindu to hold this position.
In the recent July 20, 2023 elections, Sunak’s Conservative Party lost two seats in the House of Commons, but they avoided a complete wipeout. The Labour Party, the main opposition, gained four seats.
Although the election results are a setback, Sunak remains the Conservative Party leader with a parliamentary majority. However, regaining public trust is essential for his long-term hold on power.
Key challenges Sunak faces as Prime Minister include a severe cost of living crisis due to high inflation. Measures announced to help have been insufficient.
The war in Ukraine has significant impacts on the UK economy, with rising energy prices and inflation. Sunak imposed sanctions on Russia and supported Ukraine, but challenges persist.
The Northern Ireland Protocol, a part of the Brexit deal, causes problems for businesses in Northern Ireland. Sunak is willing to change it, but no deal with the EU has been reached yet.
Strong leadership and economic recovery efforts are crucial for Sunak to maintain his position as Prime Minister.
