Starmer preparing for trade war as Trump tariffs on UK ‘look inevitable’

Keir Starmer is considering retaliatory measures against the US after Donald Trump confirmed 25% tariffs on imported vehicles, making negotiations for a UK/US trade deal more difficult. The UK may follow the EU and Canada in imposing retaliatory tariffs, with the prime minister vowing to act in the national interest and leaving all options on the table. Despite attempts to woo Trump with a state visit and praise, the UK is still holding out the possibility of avoiding tariffs by ditching a planned digital services tax in exchange for a new trade deal.

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