Thu Feb 27 22:22:41 UTC 2025: ## Trump and Starmer Signal Potential for Major US-UK Trade Deal

**Washington, D.C. – February 28, 2025** – US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a joint press conference at the White House yesterday, expressing optimism about a potential post-Brexit trade deal that could avoid tariffs between the two nations. President Trump described Prime Minister Starmer as a “tough negotiator” and suggested a new agreement could be reached swiftly.

While a US-UK trade deal was touted as a benefit of Brexit in the 2016 referendum, previous attempts to secure an agreement have failed. President Trump’s comments represent a significant shift, suggesting a renewed effort to revive stalled trade talks that saw little progress under the Biden administration.

During the press conference, President Trump acknowledged Prime Minister Starmer’s efforts to avoid tariffs, while Prime Minister Starmer described his discussion with President Trump as “productive” and confirmed both countries are working on a new “economic deal.” President Trump suggested this deal could be “really terrific for both countries.” Prime Minister Starmer defended Britain’s current trade balance with the United States, characterizing it as “fair, balanced and reciprocal.” The possibility of a comprehensive trade agreement avoiding tariffs is now considered a real prospect.

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