LONDON (UK) – UK and the U.S. are hopeful that trade agreement negotiations can proceed at an accelerated pace, according to Britain’s department for trade.
This was an update on the talks after the first round concluded last week.
“Both sides are hopeful that negotiations for a comprehensive trade agreement can proceed at an accelerated pace. Ambassador (Robert) Lighthizer and I agreed that a second virtual round will take place in the weeks of 15 and 26 June, and that in advance of that negotiating teams will continue their work and meet virtually on a rolling basis, with meetings continuing throughout this week and beyond.”
– Liz Truss, British Trade Minister
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