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Negotiations on the UK’s Future Trading Relationship with the US: Update
30 June 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for International Trade
At a Glance
Issue Summary
Elizabeth Truss provides an update on the second UK-U.S. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiating round, highlighting progress and ongoing discussions.
Action Requested
The Government is committed to a comprehensive agreement that benefits the British people and economy without compromising key standards. Talks are scheduled to continue over the next two weeks with further sessions planned in July for the third round of negotiations.
Key Facts
- The second UK-U.S. FTA negotiating round took place from 15-26 June 2020.
- Progress was made across most areas, with further discussions scheduled over the next two weeks and a full programme planned ahead of round three in July.
- Talks advanced on specific chapters including SMEs, services, professional business services, and legal services.
- The next formal UK-US SME Dialogue is set for Boston in October 2020.
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