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Trump hails US-UK trade agreement but scope of deal is unclear

US President Donald Trump announced a trade agreement with Britain on Thursday, saying on his Truth Social platform that it was a “comprehensive” deal but providing no details. The Wall Street Journal described it as a “framework” agreement, suggesting it was far from a comprehensive free trade deal.

May 08, 2025
US President Donald Trump has a close affinity to the UK due to the fact his mother was born in Scotland, where he owns a golf course. © Jim Watson, AFP

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