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Britain is set to hold discussions with the United States next week in an effort to fast-track the implementation of a recently announced bilateral trade agreement, according to the Financial Times. The move comes amid legal uncertainty over U.S. tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump’s administration.
The limited trade deal, unveiled by Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on May 8, includes modest gains in agricultural market access for both nations and reduces steep U.S. tariffs on British car exports. However, Trump’s 10% tariffs on other British goods remain in place, drawing criticism from trade analysts and UK industry groups.
Efforts to push forward the agreement have taken on new urgency following a significant legal setback for Trump’s tariff agenda. On Wednesday, a U.S. federal trade court ruled that the president had overstepped his authority by enacting blanket import duties, blocking most of the proposed tariffs. While the White House has indicated plans to appeal, the ruling adds pressure to revisit key provisions of the UK-U.S. deal.
The court decision has also stirred broader implications for U.S. trade policy, potentially influencing future negotiations with other key partners. For the UK, securing clearer terms and easing trade barriers with its top ally remains a high priority as it navigates post-Brexit global trade realignments.
Reuters has not independently confirmed the Financial Times report. However, diplomatic sources suggest talks will likely center on tariff revisions and accelerated timelines for the agreement’s implementation.
As trade tensions persist, the outcome of next week’s discussions could set the tone for broader U.S.-UK economic cooperation and influence the trajectory of future transatlantic trade relations.
