Rishi Sunak, Britain's former finance minister, was careful not criticize Boris Johnson when he launched his campaign Tuesday to succeed him on Downing Street.
"Boris Johnson, despite the fact that some commentators claim he has a great background, is one of my most extraordinary people," stated the ex-Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Rishi Sunak (42), resigned from the Johnson government last Wednesday. He took with him approximately 60 executive members and the resignation of Prime Minister. He is now one the ten candidates to succeed him. The eleventh candidate resigned on Tuesday.
"Did you disagree with him (Boris Johnson?)?" He said yes, and that's the reason I quit." However, he refused "demonize Boris", exaggerate his faults, or deny his efforts."
Officially launched the race to succeed the Prime Minister. The official list of candidates must be revealed on Tuesday. On September 5, the name of the next Conservative leader will be revealed.
