Donald Trump announces 10% tariffs on UK imports
- Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on all UK imports, stating this is part of a broader tariff strategy during a press conference at the White House.
- Downing Street responded, confirming they will 'keep negotiating' to mitigate the tariff's impact amid fears of a trade war.
- Rachel Reeves acknowledged that even with a trade deal, the UK would still be affected by tariffs.
- Rain Newton-Smith from the Confederation of British Industry stated that 'business has been clear: there are no winners in a trade war,' emphasizing the announcement's troubling implications.
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U.S. customs duties: United Kingdom escapes the worst
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Piers Morgan predicts outcome of Trump's trade tariffs
British broadcaster, Piers Morgan, has predicted what Donald Trump’s tariffs might mean for the UK. The US President on Wednesday, imposed 10% tariffs on imports of British goods. During his speech, Trump declared war on countries he described as “foreign cheaters”. The trade levies include 20% on the EU, 34% on China, 26% on India and 49% on Cambodia. Trump has now signed the executive order and now Morgan has had his say on the tariffs. He wro…
Customs Tariff War: Relieved London...
After the announcement of the Liberation Day, as Donald Trump proclaimed in the United States, the United Kingdom escapes the worst of customs duties, with "only" 10% imposed by the White House, compared to 20% for the European Union. London today evokes its relief...
Donald Trump's chaotic circus just proved the UK stands alone
Britain’s headroom was wiped out by one stroke from a Presidential pen (Picture: Getty) In case you missed it (lucky you), the Donald Trump clown show was back in town last night. It was less economic policy and more circus cannon – firing tariffs at anything that moves. The former showman turned president has brought his signature chaos roaring into a second term – it’s hard to believe it’s been less than 100 days – turning global trade into …
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