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What are the key priorities and expected outcomes of the British-Irish Council summit, given the recent political shifts in both the UK and Ireland?

Sir Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, will meet with leaders from both sides of the Irish border at the British-Irish Council (BIC) summit in Edinburgh. This is only the third such meeting for a UK Prime Minister in 17 years, highlighting the significance of improved UK/Irish relations after recent disputes. The meeting will include the Taoiseach and Tánaiste from Ireland, as well as leaders from Northern Ireland and other devolved nations.