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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Negotiations on the UK’s Future Trading Relationship with the US: Update

02 November 2020 · Department for International Trade

Proposed by Elizabeth Truss Con South West Norfolk

BrexitBusiness & Trade

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At a glance

Key points

  • Elizabeth Truss provides an update on the fifth UK-U.S. Free Trade Agreement negotiating round
  • Significant progress is highlighted in the negotiations
  • The minister announces continued talks at official level following the U.S. election

Issue summary

Elizabeth Truss provides an update on the fifth UK-U.S. Free Trade Agreement negotiating round, highlighting significant progress made.

Action requested

The minister announces continued talks at official level following the U.S. election and a programme for further discussions in workstreams covered during the round.

Key facts

  • The fifth UK-U.S. FTA negotiating round took place from 19 to 30 October 2020.
  • There were 38 sessions covering 19 different chapter areas, making it the most intensive round so far.
  • Legal text has been agreed across multiple chapters and discussions included market access for goods and a Digital chapter.
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