US-UK Trade Deal: Potential Breakthrough Amid Tariffs

The United States and Britain are on the verge of announcing a significant trade agreement. This move, anticipated on Thursday, aims to ease the tariff burden imposed by President Donald Trump's policies and could serve as a diplomatic triumph for UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

President Trump hinted at an impending 'major trade deal' with an undisclosed 'big, highly respected country', now confirmed to be Britain. This revelation emerged via an anonymous US official, underscoring the significance of the talks.

The deal holds symbolic value for British exporters eager to mitigate US taxes on UK cars and steel. While the accord won't address Trump's fundamental trade deficit concerns, it highlights the administration's sustained intent to forge strong post-Brexit ties with Britain.

(With inputs from agencies.)