General · 1 May 2026

Trump to remove whisky tariffs after king visit

Lower costs and easier trade could follow for whisky producers and related jobs in Britain and the US. Donald Trump said on Thursday he would drop some tariffs after King Charles III’s visit. He described removing limits affecting Scotland’s trade with Kentucky, involving whisky and bourbon industries.

By BriefTea Editorial · 1 May 2026 at 4:39

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