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UK-US trade deals

The UK is currently negotiating its own trade deal with the US following Brexit. This story shows how tariffs can be used as a bargaining chip in international trade. The UK will be hoping for favourable terms that could see tariffs removed on various British exports, potentially boosting UK industries.

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