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

22 September 2020

Proposing MP
Elizabeth Truss Con
South West Norfolk
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for International Trade
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses progress made during the fourth round of UK-U.S. Free Trade Agreement negotiations.

Action Requested

Both sides committed to continue negotiating at pace throughout Autumn, with the fifth round scheduled for mid to late October and additional intersessional discussions planned this week on key workstreams.

Key Facts

  • The fourth round took place from 8 September to 18 September 2020.
  • There were 29 sessions covering 16 different chapter areas.
  • A total of 132 sessions have been held over four rounds, plus 30 intersessional discussions.
  • Tariff offers were exchanged shortly before the fourth round, marking a significant milestone.
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