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Starmer to press Trump over deal to cut tariffs on UK steel imports, FT reports

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Posted on July 25, 2025

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(Reuters) -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will lobby U.S. President Donald Trump to accelerate a final deal to cut tariffs on British steel, the Financial Times reported on Friday. Starmer is

Starmer to press Trump over deal to cut tariffs on UK steel imports, FT reports

Negotiations on UK Steel Tariffs

(Reuters) -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will lobby U.S. President Donald Trump to accelerate a final deal to cut tariffs on British steel, the Financial Times reported on Friday.

Meeting Details

Starmer is expected to meet Trump on Monday and will also use the meeting to press the case for building closer ties and cutting tariffs on Scotch whisky, the report said, citing British officials.

Broader Trade Discussions

Reuters could not immediately confirm the report.

(Reporting by Gnaneshwar Rajan in Bengaluru; Editing by Tom Hogue)

Key Takeaways

Keir Starmer to lobby Trump to cut UK steel tariffs.
Meeting aims to strengthen US-UK trade relations.
Discussions include tariffs on Scotch whisky.
Report by Financial Times, not confirmed by Reuters.
Meeting scheduled for Monday.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Keir Starmer lobbying Trump for?

Keir Starmer is lobbying Donald Trump to finalize a deal to cut tariffs on British steel imports.

What other issues will Starmer discuss with Trump?

In addition to steel tariffs, Starmer will also advocate for reducing tariffs on Scotch whisky.

When is Starmer expected to meet Trump?

Starmer is expected to meet Trump on Monday.

Who reported on Starmer's meeting with Trump?

The Financial Times reported on Starmer's plans to meet with Trump.

Was the report about Starmer's meeting confirmed?

Reuters could not immediately confirm the report regarding Starmer's meeting.

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