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US suspends agreement with Britain

Trump demands concessions, reports FT

The US has suspended the implementation of a technology agreement with the UK, reports Financial Times. The reason was Washington's dissatisfaction with London's lack of sufficient progress in trade negotiations. According to a British official, the Trump administration is demanding concessions in areas beyond technological partnership.

Context

The agreement, signed in 2021, provides for joint research and access to technologies important for the aerospace and defense industries.

Summary:

Trade disputes have led to the suspension of the technology agreement between the US and the UK.