Rishi Sunak’s New Vision: His Pledge to Make the UK the “Best Country in the World”
The race to become the United Kingdom’s next Prime Minister entered its final stages this week, with former Chancellor Rishi Sunak making a passionate final appeal to Conservative Party members before voting closed on Friday. In a heartfelt message, Sunak pledged to work “night and day” to make Britain the “best country in the world,” setting out a vision rooted in economic responsibility and traditional Conservative values.
Sunak’s campaign has centered on the need to tackle inflation and provide honest, credible leadership during a period of economic uncertainty. He has consistently emphasized that controlling the cost of living must come before tax cuts—a stance that placed him in direct contrast to his rival, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, who advocated immediate tax reductions to stimulate growth.
“Britain is the best country in the world to grow up in, start a family, and build a business—and our future looks bright,” Sunak said in a statement released by his Ready4Rishi campaign. “But we can only get there if we tackle the challenges we face in the short term head-on, with honesty and a credible plan.”
The 42-year-old former finance minister, who served as Chancellor during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, has positioned himself as the candidate of fiscal discipline and stability. Throughout the leadership contest, he repeatedly warned that unfunded tax cuts could worsen inflation and harm the economy in the long run.
Sunak also highlighted his broader vision for the country—one that includes a stronger National Health Service (NHS), lower taxes once inflation is under control, and a thriving post-Brexit economy. “I have the right plan, rooted in Conservative values,” he stated. “Only by supporting people through this winter and gripping inflation can we lay the foundations for growth and success.”
A historic figure in British politics, Sunak aimed to become the country’s first Prime Minister of Indian origin. His journey from the son of immigrants to one of the UK’s most prominent political leaders has resonated with many, particularly within the Indian diaspora.
Despite strong support from Members of Parliament in earlier voting rounds, Sunak faced an uphill battle in the final phase of the contest, which was decided by approximately 160,000 Conservative Party members. Polls and bookmakers consistently showed him trailing Truss in the final days of the campaign.
Yet Sunak and his team remained optimistic, insisting that his consistent and honest approach would resonate with members looking for steady leadership. The campaign culminated with a final hustings event in Wembley, London, on Wednesday, where both candidates made their closing arguments.
The result of the leadership election is scheduled to be announced on Monday. The winner will succeed Boris Johnson as Conservative Party leader and Prime Minister, facing their first Prime Minister’s Questions in the House of Commons the following Wednesday.
Whoever emerges victorious will inherit a nation at a crossroads—grappling with a cost-of-living crisis, ongoing post-Brexit adjustments, and the need to restore public trust. For Rishi Sunak, the contest represented not only a personal ambition but a deeply held belief that with the right plan and the right values, Britain’s best days still lie ahead.
