The UK's Brexit from the EU has led to lower tariffs from the Trump administration compared to the EU, giving British companies a competitive edge in the American market. The UK is pursuing a calm and pragmatic stance to negotiate a trade deal with the US to avoid a trade war.
Key Points
Lower tariffs due to Brexit
UK's strategy to negotiate a trade deal with the US
Avoidance of a trade war between EU and US
Pros
Lower tariffs for UK compared to the EU
Competitive edge for British companies in the American market
Opportunity for the UK to negotiate a trade deal with the US
Cons
Criticism from the opposition for not negotiating a deal with Trump earlier
Potential roadblocks in negotiations such as UK's censorship laws