- Andy Burnham's initial 20-minute phone call with Donald Trump was described as "extremely warm" by Downing Street.
- The US leader offered an early endorsement of Mr Burnham, stating he has a "big job ahead" and pledging US support for the UK.
- The call signals a fresh start for the transatlantic partnership, with Mr Burnham confirming the continuation of UK bases for US defensive strikes against Iran.
- Newly appointed Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband is expected to hold his first bilateral talks with US counterpart Marco Rubio during the upcoming ASEAN summit.
- Downing Street sidestepped questions regarding Mr Burnham's stance on North Sea drilling, a policy championed by the US leader, despite Labour's manifesto opposing new licences.
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