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The UK-India trade agreement is valued at £4.8 billion, concluding three and a half years of negotiations and promising economic benefits for both countries.

The current uncertainty caused by unjustified tariffs cannot persist indefinitely, and the EU is preparing for all outcomes, including well-considered, proportionate countermeasures.

EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic expressed optimism about ongoing trade negotiations with the US despite President Trump's announcement of 30% tariffs on imports from the EU and Mexico.

The UK is an open trading nation but we must reconcile this with a new geopolitical reality and work in our own national interest.

The UK was the first country to secure a trade deal with the US earlier this month and we remain committed to protecting British business and jobs across key sectors.

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The phrase 'reciprocity and fairness' was liberally used by both parties, each keen to demonstrate to their voting public the strength of the relationship between nations.

The EU's proposed tariffs are aimed at a broad range of US exports, including Boeing aircraft and various consumer goods, reflecting ongoing tensions in trade relations.

In 2024, 1.36 billion shipments entered the US under the de minimis rule, marking a nine-fold increase from 153 million in 2015.

"Sweden is not that well-known and is seen as not being strong in the areas that generate positive opinions of other countries, such as having a strong and stable economy, products and brands in high demand, as well as being easy to do business with."