Donald Trump promised to reverse his tariff decisions within 100 days, making it essential to highlight one of the most significant agreements: that with Britain.
During remarks from the Oval Office on Thursday, the President of the United States discussed the details of this deal.
Trump emphasized that economic security is vital to national security, specifically mentioning steel as a key component of the agreement.
Following this, British Prime Minister Kir Starmer spoke at an open hearing.
Previously, Trump had described the agreement as “full and comprehensive,” but London did not elaborate on those claims. Starmer’s comments were expected later in the day.
In his controversial tariff announcements affecting almost every nation, Trump imposed a 10% tariff on Britain, despite it being one of his closest allies. Other goods, including steel, aluminum, and cars, faced tariffs as high as 25%.
The BBC notes that the US-UK trade deal has long been a subject of negotiation between the two nations. Discussions began during Trump’s first term and continued under the Biden administration. However, it adds that the deal is more of a statement of intent for ongoing talks rather than a “full and comprehensive” agreement as claimed by Trump.
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