Trump Says Aberdeen Will Welcome Reports of New North Sea Drilling

US President Donald Trump has reacted to reports that UK politician Andy Burnham might support new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea. Trump said people in the Scottish city of Aberdeen would be “dancing in the streets” if the plans go ahead. Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester in northwestern England, has not confirmed the reports. He is said to be considering approval for new projects in the North Sea’s Rosebank and Jackdaw fields. These areas hold significant oil and gas reserves. The reports come as the UK faces energy security concerns and debates over climate change. The North Sea has been a major source of fossil fuels for decades, but production has declined in recent years. Many environmental groups oppose new drilling, arguing it will worsen global warming. Trump’s comments highlight international interest in UK energy policy. The former US president has often supported fossil fuel development. He made the remarks on his social media platform. Burnham, a prominent Labour Party figure, has not yet made a public statement on the matter. His potential backing of new drilling would mark a shift, as many Labour members have called for a rapid transition away from fossil fuels. The UK government has not officially commented on the reports. However, the debate over North Sea drilling is expected to continue as the country balances energy needs with climate goals.