The government says the pact would make 98% of exports to the bloc tariff-free, even with rising Coalition resistance

A new U.K.-U.S. trade deal removed duties on Scotch imports, offering exporters lower costs and greater certainty in a crucial market.

A new U.K.-U.S. trade deal removed duties on Scotch imports, offering exporters lower costs and greater certainty in a crucial market.

A House of Commons briefing says many businesses risk unexpected duties when paperwork or product classification falls short

The new trade arrangement could help exporters cut costs in a key market where price often decides shelf space.

The new trade arrangement could help exporters cut costs in a key market where price often decides shelf space.

Agreement eliminates tariffs, protects European wine names, and opens new export opportunities for both regions’ producers

Court review delays agreement that promises tariff elimination, legal protection for 145 wine regions and expanded access to 270 million consumers

ANKARA, Feb 7 (Bernama-Anadolu) — United States President Donald Trump signed a proclamation temporarily expanding tariff-free imports of lean beef trimmings to address supply shortages and keep ground beef prices affordable, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported, citing the White House on Friday. The measure allows an additional 80,000 metric tonnes (about 176 million pounds) of lean beef trimmings per year from Argentina to enter the US duty-free, allocated in four quarterly tranches of 20,000 metric tonnes (about 44 million pounds) each. The White House said the agriculture secretary, in consultation with the US trade representative, will continue monitoring domestic lean beef […]

Investing.com -- In an unexpected video appearance at the Federal Congress of the League in Florence, Elon Musk called for a zero-tariff situation between Europe and the United States. His comments came few days after President Trump recently announced a 20% tariff on goods entering the U.S. from the European Union. "With the tariffs, that at the end of the day, I hope it is agreed that both Europe and the United States should move to a zero tariff situation, effectively creating a free trade zone between Europe and North America." These comments suggest a difference in views from those of the President, to whom Musk has been a key advisor since January and a significant campaign contributor prior to that. The President’s tariff announcement, which was made on Wednesday, is part of a broader set of trade levies aimed at nearly every country. In response, the European Union has stated its preference for a negotiated settlement but also expressed readiness to retaliate if necessary. These countermeasures could include imposing its own tariffs, taxing services, and targeting American tech firms. Italy’s League party leader Matteo Salvini has been recently making overtures towards Musk, who is reportedly prepared to step back from his advisory role to President Trump and get back to managing his businesses.

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