Readers expressed surprise at the UK's favorable outcome in the recent trade deal with the US, seemingly better than the EU's performance. They praised Keir Starmer for his negotiating skills and composure, noting he garnered respect from Donald Trump. In contrast, the EU was criticized for its weak response in negotiations. Commentators also voiced frustrations that the UK's success might be misinterpreted as a benefit of Brexit, while some took satisfaction from the EU's embarrassment during this process.
Many Independent readers were less focused on Brussels and more surprised by how well the UK had done in comparison to the EU following the new trade deal.
Commenters praised Keir Starmer's calm, measured style, describing him as a great negotiator and diplomat with a forensic grasp of detail.
The EU-US deal drew criticism for being weak and symbolic, accused of rewarding Trump's coercive tactics and reframing tariffs as legitimate economic tools.
Readers lamented that the UK's apparent success would be used to claim a Brexit benefit while others were content to see the EU embarrassed.
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